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the barbie dall
The Barbie doll was invented in 1959 by Ruth handler -
first year
In the first year (1959), 300,000 Barbie dolls were sold. -
red hair
the barbie dall came as either a brunette or blond, and in 1961 red hair was added -
ken
The ken doll was named after Ruth's son and was introduced two years after Barbie in 1961. -
In 1965, Barbie first had bendable legs, and eyes that open and shut.
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In 1967, a Twist 'N Turn Barbie was released that had a moveable body that twisted at the waist.
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first african american
In 1980, the first African American Barbie and Hispanic Barbie were introduced -
best seller
The best-selling Barbie doll ever was 1992 Totally Hair Barbie, with hair from the top of her head to her toes.
