“We were very secretive about the song title. For a long time we called it Burger King!”: The story of ’90s pop banger Barbie Girl

Inevitably, a song named Barbie Girl, with lyrics referring to Barbie and Ken dolls, attracted the interest of the toys’ ...

Inside Barbie Dream Fest, The ‘Fyre Festival’ of Pink Weekends

How glossy Barbie Dream Fest ads, pricey VIP passes, and $400 photo ops turned a pink fantasy weekend into a cautionary tale ...
WWAY TV

Barbie with autism being introduced by Mattel

(CBS) — Mattel Inc. is introducing a Barbie with autism Monday as the newest member of its line intended to celebrate diversity, joining a collection that already includes Barbies with Down syndrome, ...
Smithsonian Magazine

Meet the First Barbie With Type 1 Diabetes. Her Colorful Accessories Showcase the Tools People Use to Treat the Chronic Disease

Barbie has worn many hats—literally and figuratively since her debut in 1959. The iconic doll has traveled to space, performed surgery, run for the nation’s highest office and competed in the Olympics ...