Barbie

Hello world!

Mar 9, 1959

First time Barbie was avalible to the world

Life of Barbie and Ken

Period: Mar 9, 1959 to Jun 21, 2012

1960's

Mar 11, 1961

First introduced at the American International Toy Fair as Barbie doll’s boyfriend on March 11, 1961 Ken doll was 12 inches tall, had “molded” plastic hair (blond and brunette) and came dressed in red swim trunks with a yellow towel and sandals.

1970's

Jan 1, 1973

Moving from his plastic molded hair to a more “natural” style, Real Hair Ken doll introduced his first ever rooted hair style. The doll came with either straight or curly hair as well as additional facial hair pieces including a mustache, beard and/or sideburns.

1970's

Jan 1, 1978

A true reflection of the decade, Ken stepped out into the world in one of his iconic looks as Superstar Ken sporting an electric blue belted jumpsuit.

1970's

Jan 1, 1979

Now iconic to the California surf lifestyle, Sun Lovin Malibu Ken doll was introduced with a golden tan, his trademark molded blond hair and turquoise swim trunks.

1980's

Jan 1, 1982

Sunsational Malibu Ken doll, the first African American Ken doll is introduced with a rooted Afro hairstyle.

1980's

Jan 1, 1984

Dream Date Ken was the perfect arm candy for Barbie. Sporting a sleek black jacket and bow tie, grey pants, pink cummerbund and rose, Dream Date Ken was primped and ready for a night out with his favorite girl.

1990's

Jan 1, 1992

Celebrating the various hair fads of the ‘90s, Totally Hair Ken sported a new rooted hairstyle, a retro ‘70s look and came with a tube of styling gel.

1990's

Jan 1, 1994

Ken took a page from the number one TV show of the decade, “Baywatch”, and hit the waves wearing his own red beach trunks.

1990's

Jan 1, 1999

Move over Brad. The newest heartthrob of the ‘90s is on the scene. A reflection of the scruffy modern ‘90s man, Shave ‘n Style Ken doll stayed cool and comfortable in blue jeans and a white tee.

2000's

Feb 14, 2004

America’s sweethearts call it quits. Ken and Barbie announce they are “parting ways.”

2000's

Jan 1, 2006

After months of silence Ken announced to the world that he wants Barbie back, stepping out with a new look hoping to rekindle their fleeting romance

2000's

Jan 1, 2009

Ken came to life during New York Fashion Week to help Barbie celebrate her 50th anniversary in style. The duo made their first appearance together in years on the runway at her first New York Fashion Week show.

Celebration!!!

Mar 9, 2009

50th Anniversary for Barbie

2010's

Jan 1, 2010

Ken solidifies his place in the entertainment and fashion worlds by making more than 50 wardrobe changes in the big screen release of Toy Story 3. Ken also appeared at New York City's Fashion’s Night Out in September.

Romance

Feb 14, 2011

After seven years apart, Ken and Barbie rekindled their epic romance on the most romantic day of the year, Valentine’s Day, making Ken Barbie’s boyfriend once again.

2010's

Jun 21, 2012

Proving their love was meant to be Ken and Barbie are still dating and couldn’t be happier. The iconic couple is ready to give the world a glimpse into their blissful lives in Malibu with the new animated reality web series “Barbie Life in the DreamHouse."