But as Barbie was breaking ground as a career woman, she was drawing criticism for upholding a slim, white, domestic ideal. The first black doll in the range, marketed as “Colored Francie ...

Amid her changing appearance, new careers and recent blockbuster film debut, Barbie is not slowing down as she celebrates her 65th anniversary. To commemorate the iconic doll's birthday on March 9 ...

Amid her changing appearance, new careers and recent blockbuster film debut, Barbie is not slowing down as she celebrates her 65th anniversary. To commemorate the iconic doll's birthday on March 9 ...

Mattel Inc.; Chesnot/Getty Happy birthday, Barbie! Barbara Millicent Roberts ... that the new Barbie wears is a modern take on the black-and-white bathing suit from the 1959 doll.

The gown pays tribute to the black-and-white swimsuit the 1959 ... People reported. Happy birthday, Barbie! Barbie's reign as the most popular doll in the world continues as she turns 65 years ...

On her birthday, Mattel, the company that makes her, will launch a souvenir doll honouring the original Barbie in her black-and-white striped swimsuit and perfect ponytail. It will be available ...