Barbie Doll

By Brittney.Ladner
  • Invented by Ruth Handler

    Invented by Ruth Handler

    American businesswoman Ruth Handler is credited with the creation of the doll using a German doll called Bild Lilli as her inspiration. She named the doll "Barbie", after her daughter Barbra.
  • Red Headed Barbie Introduced

    Red Headed Barbie Introduced

    The first barbie doll with red hair was introduced.
  • First Moveable Barbie

    First Moveable Barbie

    First Barbie with moveable legs and eyes that close and shut.
  • Twist N' Turn Barbie

    Twist N' Turn Barbie

    First Barbie introduced that could twist at the waist.

  • Barbie's African American Friend Introduced

    Barbie's african american friend Christie is introduced.

  • Hispanic Barbie Introduced

    The first Hispanic Barbie Doll was introduced.
  • Tottaly Hair Barbie

    Tottaly Hair Barbie

    Best selling Barbie doll ever with hair from her head to her feet.