The iconic Black Barbie celebrates nearly half a century of representation this month with a tribute that’s making waves across social media and toy aisles nationwide. In a world where ...
As a result, Mattel hired her, and she became the first Black designer for Barbie in 1976. Before Kitty Perkins’ doll surfaced in stores, there was no other colored doll that depicted Black ...
The new Netflix documentary “Black Barbie”, tracks the powerful story behind the creation of the iconic black Barbie doll and its impact on society. With the tagline: “She’s black ...
In 'Black Barbie,' designers Kitty Black Perkins and Stacey McBride-Irby talk the evolution of the dolls and further tell PEOPLE about the differences they've made Hedy Phillips is the Senior ...