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, Ruth Handler.
Handler based
Barbie on the German
comic strip character Lilli.
She named the toy after
her daughter Barbara, whose favorite
toys were the inspiration for Barbie.
Mattel created the first
television commercial for
children to advertise the doll.
Since its creation,
Barbie has been both an
inspiration and a controversial figure.
The doll has been praised
as a role model for young girls,
while also criticized for its perceived materialism
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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 and Barbie's 65th birthday, .
new dolls are being added to the brand's
Role Models collection, CBS News reports. .
The one-of-a-kind dolls, which are not for sale,
are intended to introduce "girls to remarkable women's stories to show them you can be anything," Mattel said.
These women were chosen
to be added to the collection:.
Viola Davis, The EGOT recipient was also one of 'Time'
magazine's most influential people in 2017.
Viola Davis, The EGOT recipient was also one of 'Time'
magazine's most influential people in 2017.
Shania Twain, The five-time Grammy winner is one of
the top-selling country-pop artists of all time.
Shania Twain, The five-time Grammy winner is one of
the top-selling country-pop artists of all time.
Helen Mirren, The seasoned actress, who also supports
organizations for women and children, served
as narrator for last year's box office hit, 'Barbie.'.
Helen Mirren, The seasoned actress, who also supports
organizations for women and children, served
as narrator for last year's box office hit, 'Barbie.'.
Kylie Minogue, The two-time Grammy winner has
sold over 80 million records worldwide.
Kylie Minogue, The two-time Grammy winner has
sold over 80 million records worldwide.
Other women from around the world who were added to the lineup include Lila Avilés, Maira Gomez, Nicole Fujita and Enissa Amani
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