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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.