🧠 Barbie (Doll) Quiz

Ruth Handler named the doll after her own daughter Barbara — Barbie's full name is Barbara Millicent Roberts.

Barbie was introduced on 9 March 1959 at the American International Toy Fair in New York City.

The film was directed by Greta Gerwig and became a massive box-office hit, grossing over $1 billion worldwide.

Barbie debuted on 9 March 1959 wearing a now-iconic black-and-white striped swimsuit, retailing for just three dollars.

Kelly was later renamed Chelsea in 2011 and given a refreshed look by Mattel.

Astronaut Barbie arrived four years before the actual Moon landing in 1969 — making her one of the first toy astronauts.

Barbie launched in 1959, and Ken followed exactly two years later — he was named after Ruth Handler's son.

Bild Lilli was originally a novelty doll sold to adults in Germany, based on a character from the tabloid newspaper Bild Zeitung.

The 2016 Fashionistas line was a significant shift for Mattel, responding to years of criticism about Barbie promoting unrealistic body standards.