Barbie Dolls Debut

09 March 1959 the first Barbie doll went on display at the American Toy Fair in New York City. Barbie was the first mass-produced toy doll in the US with adult features. The woman behind Barbie was Ruth Handler, who co-founded Mattel, Inc. with her husband in 1945. And now, over 55 years later, Barbie is a global icon inspiring girls everywhere to be anything. From her 180 careers, to her fantasy roles and her countless fashions and accessories - Barbie has always offered girls choices and endless storytelling possibilities. 

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