History Today: When Barbie was introduced and changed the toy industry forever
On March 9, 1959, the first Barbie doll was introduced at the American Toy Fair in New York City, becoming the first mass-produced toy doll in the United States with adult features. Also on this day ...
The Barbie doll makes her first appearance This Week In History in 1959
The nine stores are located in six states across the South. They are the first of four waves of soft openings that are expected to continue until early June. Mr. Waffles the Yorkie was not happy with ...
Barbie Taps Anita Dongre as Its First Indian Designer for Diwali Doll
The Diwali Barbie doll was designed by Dongre and pays homage ... "We chose to partner with Anita Dongre as her label ...
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Black Barbie Celebrates 45th Anniversary With New Doll To Honor Original Designer
The doll's anniversary look pays tribute to its original design created by Kitty Black Perkins. To celebrate the 45th anniversary of the first Black Barbie, Mattel has released a special edition ...
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Barbie releases dolls inspired by Alicia Keys, women in the music industry
Barbie is honoring women in music with two new dolls representing two important roles: musical artist and tour manager. The doll brand teamed up with Grammy award-winning singer Alicia Keys ...