T he American Girl doll, a beloved icon in the toy industry, has been capturing the hearts of children and collectors alike since its inception in 1986. Created by Pleasant Rowland, a former ...

Barbie's been beloved by kids and debated by adults. At 66 years old, she's changed and evolved right along with our culture.

Call it the joy factory. Mattel brands have never been more present in pop culture as the pioneering toymaker celebrates its ...

Barbie dolls may have changed dramatically over the decades but there’s little doubt they were at their most extravagent 40 ...

One of the most anticipated blockbuster movies in recent years takes on the doll with a uniquely American Jewish story. (JTA) — Long before the craze over the upcoming “Barbie” movie ...

MINNEAPOLIS — Kirsten Larson moved to Minnesota in 1854 at age 9 when her family left Sweden. That year, she lost a friend to cholera, made friends with a Dakota girl, stole animal pelts from a ...

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Barbie has made dolls inspired by both Keys and Mincieli. "Recognizing that only 22% of artists across music charts are ...