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Barbie is a fashion doll created by American businesswoman Ruth Handler, manufactured by American toy and entertainment company Mattel and introduced on March 9, 1959. The toy was based on the German Bild Lilli doll which Handler had purchased while in Europe. The figurehead of an eponymous brand that includes a range of fashion dolls and accessories, Barbie has been an important part of the toy fashion doll market for over six decades. Mattel has sold over a billion Barbie dolls, making it the company's largest and most profitable line. The brand has expanded into a multimedia franchise since 1984, including video games, animated films, television/web series, and a live-action film.

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This Day in History: The Barbie Doll Makes Its Debut (Sat., March 9) This Day in History:, The Barbie Doll Makes Its Debut. March 9, 1959. The 11-inch doll was introduced to the world at the American Toy Fair. Barbie was the brainchild of Mattel, Inc. cofounder,.. Credit: Wibbitz Top Stories Duration: 00:52Published on March 8, 2024

Barbie’s New Role Model Dolls Are Announced Barbie’s New Role Model Dolls Are Announced. In honor of Women's History Month, International Women's Day and Barbie's 65th birthday, . In honor of Women's History Month, International Women's Day.. Credit: Wibbitz Top Stories Duration: 01:31Published on March 6, 2024

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'Barbie' And 'Ken' Baby Names Spike In Popularity After Movie Success "Barbie"s worldwide box office domination has expecting parents thinkin' plastic when it comes to baby names ... because folks are interested in naming their kids after the popular dolls. BabyNames.com.. TMZ.com - Published on August 7, 2023
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