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Barbies
The first barbie was invented by Ruth Handler in 1959, and sold for $3 each.
Barbie was named after Ruth's daughter, Barbara.
Barbies on and off "boyfriend", Ken, was named after Ruth's son, Kenneth.
Kens full name is Ken Carson.
In 1956, Barbies came out with bending arms and legs.
The "Totally Hair Barbie" came out in 1992.
The first Barbie wore a black and white striped bathing suit.
In 1969, Christie Doll became Barbie's best friend.
After Barbie and Ken split up, Barbie hit on a surfer guy named Blaine.
On Valentines Day, 2011, Barbie and Ken got back together.
