Eartha Kitt is one of the most famous singers of her era. She has been called “the most exciting woman in the world”, not only for her extraordinary looks but also her unique voice, acting talent and dancing prowess, making her a triple threat. It was only natural that Integrity Toys would jump at the chance to collaborate with Eartha Kitt's daughter, Kitt Shapiro, and bring to life the Eartha Kitt doll. Here is a description from the company:
The Eartha Kitt doll is a “purrfect” recreation of a Hollywood legend in 1:6 (12-inch) scale, with a vinyl, poseable body for fans and collectors to commemorate the beauty and the legend of Eartha Kitt forever. Inspired by her mid-20th century glamour, she comes dressed in a couture cheetah print gown with a matching overcoat, trimmed in faux fur. The doll is accessorized with gloves and comes with a flocked cheetah, adding beauty and purrfection to your surroundings. Sporting one of her iconic hairstyles, you can leave Eartha on display or redress her in your favorite costumes or couture. Whatever you choose, the Eartha Kitt doll by Integrity Toys is sure to prove purrfectly irresistible.
The Eartha Kitt doll is limited to 1200 pieces, that were available either through Integrity Toys or through Slideshow, for order for $160 ($35 deposit due on preorder, the balance plus shipping, taxes and custom/similar fees, as applicable, due when the doll arrives, approximately November 2024). There was no order limit and you could pre-order as many as you like, while quantities were available. The doll sold out fast.
"My mother made an incredible impact on so many people. She had a stature and this presence when she walked into a room, and you felt it. When you see this collectible Eartha Kitt doll, it really makes a statement—and that’s what my mother did; she made a statement."
- Kitt Shapiro, Daughter of Eartha Kitt
For some BTS insights, here is a short video presentation featuring Carol Roth and Eartha Kitt's daughter, Kitt Shapiro, presenting the new Eartha Kitt doll by Integrity Toys, including closeup views of the doll and the included to-scale cheetah.
Video and Photography courtesy of Sideshow
If you want to see additional videos from Kitt Shapiro, visit Kitt’s Instagram, Sideshow’s Instagram, or the doll’s microsite at IntegrityToys.com/Eartha.
Item # 14115
The Eartha Kitt Doll By Integrity Toys
Edition Size: 1200
Expected Ship Date: November 2024
Head Sculpt: Eartha Kitt
Body Type: E59 1.0
Foot Sculpt: High-heeled
Skin Tone: Light Honey
Hair Color: Black
Eyelashes: Yes, Hand-applied
MSRP: $160 + S & H
Sales method: These dolls are available for pre-order now, via IT Direct or Sideshow, no quantity limits, while supplies last. $35.00 NRD deposit due now, $125.00 + S & H due in approximately November 2024
Designed by Chris Stoeckel
Included:
1:6 (12-inch) scale fully articulated character doll, with silky soft rooted hair and hand-applied eyelashes;
Elegant leopard print floor-length swing coat with luxurious faux fur collar and cuffs;
Perfectly matched leopard print slim sheath gown with front and back plunging V necklines and a front slit to the knee;
Golden "leather" fingerless gloves with matching gold-painted gloved hands;
Golden D'Orsay pumps with golden toe ornaments accented with rhinestones;
Golden earrings with rhinestone accents that match the shoe ornaments;
Velvety soft, perfectly scaled cheetah pet with golden collar and leash;
Luxurious collector-grade packaging;
Doll stand;
Certificate of authenticity.
This doll was quite a surprise and a nice on at that! I love Eartha Kitt, both her early era as a movie star and Catwoman on TV’s Batman series back in the 60s, as well as her late era, reinventing herself as a club/dance singer. Her unique style and personality always made her stand out. Having a doll like this added to my collection is awesome - and Chris Stoeckel has done a great job on it. The sculpt looks a lot like her in her more youthful look and the face paint is very faithful. I might have wanted a darker lipstick though. The hairstyle is one of many she has had over the years, well know from her Catwoman appearances - I am betting they went back and forth on deciding which one to use for the doll. I would have preferred her shorter hair and have a ponytail as a clip-on extra.
The leopard print outfit is classic Eartha of course, and seems to be inspired by one of her photoshoots, which included the cheetah as well (and hte short hair I like):
And of course there’s a cheetah included. It does not look very realistic in the promo photos - and by that I mean doll level realistic - but it is a nice inclusion. I think it is the eyes bothering me the most. Might have to paint them a bit.
You can see a video of the doll below, courtesy of Sideshow:
IMPORTANT NOTE: Prototypes shown, the final product may vary. Background and props are not included. This collectible is meant for adult collectors ages 15 and up only.
All photos and information contained herein, unless otherwise stated, are copyrighted Integrity Toys, Inc. and Intercap Merchant Partners, LLC 2024 and may not be reprinted or disseminated without express written permission. EARTHA and EARTHA KITT are trademarks of The Eartha Kitt Estate LLC ©2024 Used under permission. The W Club is a trademark of Intercap Merchant Partners, LLC. All rights reserved.
Photography by Bill and Shaunessey Peck and Sideshow. Layouts and graphics by Alain Tremblay, Marketing.