Despite the overarching message of the Barbie movie, Barbie herself has faced protracted criticism over the years for the doll’s effects on the self-image of young girls. Barbie hasn’t been evolving ...

There’s a new kind of Barbie girl in this Barbie world. Mattel just released its first-ever autistic Barbie doll in an effort to represent how those with autism spectrum disorder may experience the ...

The autistic Barbie doll was launched Jan. 11, 2026. It comes with accessories such as a fidget spinner and noise-cancelling headphones. The new Barbie was designed with the Autistic Self Advocacy ...

Like all people, Barbie’s looks, hobbies, and careers have changed over the years. Sometimes she follows trends; sometimes she sets them. And other times she breaks boundaries. Barbie was first ...