birth history of the Barbie Doll

birth history of the Barbie Doll

Barbie is the world's most famous doll. He debuted on March 9, 1959 at the American International Toy Fair in New York. It was created by Ruth Handler wife of Elliot Handler, co-founder of Mattel. Barbie's name was placed in honor of Ruth's daughter, Barbara. Barbie was inspired by a German doll called Bild Lilli.

Barbie is the star of a brand of Mattel dolls and accessories, including family members and collectible dolls. Barbie has been an important part of fashion dolls and toys in the market for fifty years and has been the subject of numerous controversies and lawsuits, often with the parody of the doll and her lifestyle



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