Barbie Doll

By Bar Zipori

  • The first Barbie Doll

    The Barbie doll was invented by Ruth Handler.

  • Ken Doll

    The Ken doll was named after Ruth's son and was introduced two years after Barbie.

  • Barbie's hair

    in 1961 red hair was added.

  • Barbie's body

    In 1965, Barbie first had bendable legs, and eyes that open and shut.

  • A twist

    In 1967, a Twist 'N Turn Barbie was released that had a moveable body that twisted at the waist.

  • Barbie's friend

    Barbie did have a black friend named Christie who was introduced in 1969.

  • More different types of Barbie

     In 1980, the first African American Barbie and Hispanic Barbie were introduced.

  • The best seilling

    The best-selling Barbie doll ever was 1992 Totally Hair Barbie, with hair from the top of her head to her toes.