I'm sure you all remember your first Barbie doll. She was either blonde or brunette (I chose the blonde with the top knot pony tail in place) and she wore a black and white zebra swim suit. And oh the accessories. We played for hours in the neighborhood with childhood friends Joyce E.,Tina Z., and Inta K! What fun—Memories I still cherish. It was a simple time. We stayed children a long time then.
Barbara “Barbie” Millicent Roberts was created by Ruth Handler-1916-2002. The doll made its debut at the American International Toy Fair in New York on March 9th, 1959. This date is considered Barbie’s official birthday. She is now 50 and not a wrinkle!
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