American Icon: Barbie

Studio 360

How did the Barbie doll become such a powerful symbol and ubiquitous toy? For our ongoing series on American Icons, we look at how Barbie started, how she endured, and what her future may hold. Produced by Studio 360’s Leital Molad with production help from Sarah Birnbaum

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