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Barbie Trivia
Did you know these fun facts?
- Barbie’s full name is Barbara Millicent Roberts, and she made her debut at the American International Toy Fair in New York City on March 9, 1959.
- Over the decades, Barbie has held more than 200 careers—from astronaut to robotics engineer—showing that you can be anything you dream.
- The 1992 Totally Hair Barbie boasted 11.5-inch flowing locks and became the best-selling Barbie doll ever, with over 10 million sold.
Barbie Trivia Questions and Answers
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| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What year was the first Barbie doll introduced? | ▶ 1959 |
| Who is Barbie’s creator and co-founder of Mattel? | ▶ Ruth Handler |
| What is Barbie’s real name? | ▶ Barbara Millicent Roberts |
| In which U.S. state is Barbie’s fictional town, Willows, located? | ▶ Wisconsin |
| What was Barbie wearing when she debuted in 1959? | ▶ A black and white zebra-striped swimsuit |
| Who became Barbie’s boyfriend when he was introduced in 1961? | ▶ Ken |
| What full name was Ken given to honor Ruth Handler’s son? | ▶ Kenneth Sean “Ken” Carson |
| What is the name of Barbie’s younger sister introduced in 1963? | ▶ Skipper Roberts |
| What career did Barbie take on in 1961, becoming her first career doll? | ▶ Nurse |
| What career did Barbie adopt in 1965, inspiring girls to reach for the stars? | ▶ Astronaut |
| What was the name of Barbie’s first friend, introduced in 1963? | ▶ Midge Hadley |
| Who was the first Black friend of Barbie, introduced in 1968? | ▶ Christie |
| When was Barbie’s Dreamhouse first released? | ▶ 1962 |
| How much did the original 1959 Barbie doll retail for? | ▶ $3 |
| Who created high-fashion gowns for Barbie starting in 1988? | ▶ Bob Mackie |
| What color was Barbie’s first convertible car released in 1965? | ▶ Pink |
| Which line of Barbie became the best-selling doll of all time, moving 10 million units? | ▶ Totally Hair Barbie |
| How long was the hair on the Totally Hair Barbie? | ▶ 11.5 inches |
| Which Barbie doll was the first to have bendable legs for more play? | ▶ Bend ’n Flex Barbie |
| What phrase did the Teen Talk Barbie say that caused controversy in 1992? | ▶ “Math class is tough” |
| What annual Barbie line launched in 2018 celebrates different professions each year? | ▶ Career of the Year |
| Which animated film was the first computer-animated Barbie movie released in 2001? | ▶ Barbie in the Nutcracker |
| Where is Barbie’s Dreamhouse famously located? | ▶ Malibu |
| What was the name of the collector line launched for Barbie’s 40th anniversary in 1999? | ▶ Gold Label Collection |
| How many careers has Barbie had as of 2020? | ▶ Over 200 |
| What plastic material is used to make most Barbie dolls? | ▶ PVC (polyvinyl chloride) |
| What is Barbie’s signature color often associated with her brand? | ▶ Pink |
| What is the name of the 2016 Barbie line that celebrates diversity and body positivity? | ▶ Fashionistas |
| Who directed the 2023 live-action Barbie film? | ▶ Greta Gerwig |
| Who stars as Barbie in the 2023 live-action Barbie film? | ▶ Margot Robbie |
| Which Barbie doll honored the 2019 Paralympic team? | ▶ Paralympic Barbie |
| What accessory did the 2019 Paralympic Barbie include? | ▶ A wheelchair and removable prosthetic legs |
| What phrase became Barbie’s hashtag campaign encouraging girls to pursue their dreams? | ▶ #YouCanBeAnything |
| Which company released the first Barbie computer game, “Barbie Fashion Designer,” in 1996? | ▶ Mattel Media |
| What is the default eye color of the original Barbie doll? | ▶ Blue |
| What hairstyle did the first Barbie doll feature? | ▶ A high ponytail |
| Which Barbie doll released in 1973 introduced her as a medical professional? | ▶ Doctor Barbie |
| What hobby did Barbie take up in 1979, exploring underwater? | ▶ Scuba Barbie |
| What was the name of the first Black doll in the Barbie line released in 1967 under a different name? | ▶ Colored Francie |
| How many points of articulation do the 2016 Made to Move Barbie dolls have? | ▶ 22 |
| What was the title of the special “Barbie and the Rockers” animated TV special that premiered in 1987? | ▶ Barbie and the Rockers: Out of This World |
| What was the name of the first Netflix series starring Barbie that premiered in 2018? | ▶ Barbie Dreamhouse Adventures |
| Which Barbie doll line introduced in 1990 could record and play back girls’ voices? | ▶ Teen Talk Barbie |
| What is the name of the friend of Barbie introduced in 1965 with auburn hair? | ▶ Francie Fairchild |
| What major milestone did Barbie celebrate in 2009? | ▶ 50th anniversary |
| Who voices Barbie in ‘Barbie Dreamhouse Adventures’? | ▶ America Young |
| What is the name of the Barbie Collector series featuring dolls in haute couture from designers like Chanel and Versace? | ▶ Designer Collection |
| In 2010, Mattel released an eco-friendly Barbie made mostly of what materials? | ▶ Plant-based bio-plastic |
| What profession did Barbie feature in the Career of the Year 2019 line? | ▶ Computer Engineer Barbie |
| Which year did Barbie first become an entrepreneur in the Career of the Year series? | ▶ 2017 |
| What outfit did Day to Night Barbie wear to reflect a career woman’s wardrobe? | ▶ A business suit and an evening gown |
| What is the name of the Barbie line that celebrates different countries’ cultures, with dolls wearing traditional outfits? | ▶ Dolls of the World Collection |
| What sport did Barbie play in the 1979 hobby line? | ▶ Tennis Barbie |
| Which Barbie line released in 1995 featured a doll that could dive underwater? | ▶ Splash ’n Surf Barbie |
| Which Barbie doll released in 1998 encouraged reading by featuring glasses and books? | ▶ Librarian Barbie |
| What was the title of the first Barbie holiday-themed film released in 2008? | ▶ Barbie in A Christmas Carol |
| What year did Barbie first include a doll with darker skin tone as part of the main Barbie fashion line? | ▶ 1980 |
| Which Barbie line featured dolls with scented Scratch ’n Sniff stickers released in 1995? | ▶ Scratch ’n Sniff Barbie |
| In 2019, Barbie launched a line of dolls wearing hijabs in celebration of what holiday? | ▶ Ramadan |
| What was the name of the first swimsuit variation of Barbie released in 1961? | ▶ Sun ’n Swim Barbie |
| Which Barbie doll line released in 1982 featured waist twisting and bendable legs? | ▶ Twist ’n Turn Barbie |
| What sport did the 1984 Gymnast Barbie doll represent? | ▶ Gymnastics |
| What 1990 Barbie line featured a teacher, a pilot, and a fashion designer among its dolls? | ▶ Career Women Collection |
| What was the name of Barbie’s first animated web series released on YouTube in 2012? | ▶ Barbie: Life in the Dreamhouse |
| What collector series re-released the original 1959 Barbie for the 60th anniversary in 2019? | ▶ Heritage Barbie Collection |
| Which Barbie career was introduced in 1985, allowing girls to play veterinarian? | ▶ Veterinarian Barbie |
| What was unique about Totally Hair Barbie’s hair besides its length? | ▶ It featured multicolored highlights |
| Which pop icon was celebrated with a Barbie doll in 2022? | ▶ Madonna |
| Which Barbie doll was the first to include rolling wheels on her shoes for skating? | ▶ Rollerblade Barbie |
| Which music-themed Barbie was released with a guitar accessory in 1986? | ▶ Rock ’n Roll Barbie |
| What is the original name of Barbie’s little sister, renamed Chelsea in 2011? | ▶ Kelly |
| Name two of Barbie’s other sisters besides Skipper and Kelly. | ▶ Stacie and Chelsea |
| What position did Barbie hold to become a U.S. presidential candidate doll released in 1992? | ▶ President |
| Which studio produced the 2023 live-action Barbie film? | ▶ Warner Bros. Pictures |
| Which Hawaiian-themed Barbie was released in 1961 wearing a grass skirt? | ▶ Hula Barbie |
| Which Supreme Court Justice was honored with her own Barbie doll in 2020? | ▶ Ruth Bader Ginsburg |
| What fictional small town did Barbie grow up in? | ▶ Willows |
| Which Barbie film starred Barbie as a ballerina exploring a magical world with pink shoes? | ▶ Barbie in the Pink Shoes |
| Which Barbie doll honored frontline medical workers during the COVID-19 pandemic? | ▶ Healthcare Hero Barbie |
| Name one of the pets included in the 1990 Pet Care Barbie line besides a dog. | ▶ Cat |
| In what year did Barbie first offer dolls with three body shapes: original, tall, and petite? | ▶ 2016 |
| What was the name of Barbie’s first motorhome playset, released in 1979? | ▶ Dream Camper |
| What festive Barbie doll was released in 2006 wearing a teal and gold gown celebrating the holiday season? | ▶ Holiday Barbie |
| What is the name of the fantasy-themed series featuring Barbie and her sister Chelsea in magical worlds? | ▶ Barbie Dreamtopia |
| Who played Ken alongside Margot Robbie’s Barbie in the 2023 live-action film? | ▶ Ryan Gosling |
| Which actor portrayed the CEO of Mattel in the 2023 Barbie movie? | ▶ Will Ferrell |
| What was the official release date of the 2023 live-action Barbie film? | ▶ July 21, 2023 |
| What was the marketing tagline for the 2023 Barbie film teasing its release? | ▶ Play Like a Girl |
| What streaming service released the 2023 Barbie film for digital viewing after theaters? | ▶ HBO Max |
| What was the name of Barbie’s summer beach house playset first released in 1971? | ▶ Barbie Beach House |
| Which Barbie collector series launched in 2008 features vintage-inspired dolls with a porcelain-like finish? | ▶ Silkstone Collection |
| Which Barbie film released in 2003 features Barbie as Odette in a ballet version of Swan Lake? | ▶ Barbie of Swan Lake |
| Who is Barbie’s best friend introduced in 1988 as part of the Superstar collection? | ▶ Teresa |
| Which U.S. city is celebrated by the Dolls of the World Barbie doll adorned with a crown reminiscent of the Statue of Liberty? | ▶ New York City |
| Which German doll inspired Ruth Handler to create Barbie after Handler encountered her in Europe? | ▶ Bild Lilli |
| In what year did Mattel first release President Barbie to encourage girls to dream of leadership roles? | ▶ 1992 |
| Which holds the record as the best-selling Barbie doll, selling over 10 million units? | ▶ Totally Hair Barbie |
| At which annual toy industry event did Barbie make her debut in March 1959? | ▶ American International Toy Fair |
| In what year was Barbie inducted into the National Toy Hall of Fame as a beloved classic toy? | ▶ 1998 |
| During which decade did Mattel first release Barbie paper dolls, allowing children to cut out and dress her in paper outfits? | ▶ 1960s |
| Which astronaut was honored with a Barbie doll in 2020? | ▶ Mae Jemison |
