Media From the Heart by Ruth Hill

By Ruth on February 4, 2015 in history, toys

It was on this date in 1959, that the first Barbie doll was invented. Ruth Handler invented the doll and named it after her daughter. A bit later, Ken came along (named after her son). It was not initially received well by the powers that be, but little girls loved it.

Proverbs 31:30 ESV

Charm is deceitful, and beauty is vain, but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.

For more information:

http://www.thepeoplehistory.com/february4th.html

https://lizbooks.wordpress.com/2009/02/04/february-4-2009/

http://triviatoday.com/blog/article.asp?a=F41D79&e=mccartneymc42@aol.com

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Ruth Hill is an entertainment journalist, digital media strategist, and creative professional who believes in the power of storytelling to inspire, encourage, and connect people. With years of experience interviewing actors, filmmakers, authors, and other creative professionals, Ruth has developed a passion for discovering the stories behind the people who bring entertainment to life. Her interviews and reviews reflect her appreciation for authentic storytelling, meaningful performances, and the creative individuals working both in front of and behind the camera. Through her digital media business, Media From the Heart, Ruth works with actors, filmmakers, authors, and organizations to help them connect with audiences through social media strategy, video production, YouTube optimization, website development, and digital marketing. A Washington State native, Ruth lives in the Yelm area and is the proud mother of an adult daughter. A former music educator and lifelong creative, she continues to pursue her passion for music, writing, and the arts. At the heart of everything Ruth does is her Christian faith, which inspires her commitment to seeing the best in others,

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15 Comments

Lynne B September 1, 2016 Reply

Thanks for that bit of Barbie trivia!
Cheryl Everitt July 4, 2016 Reply

I had forgotten how Barbie and Ken came into being! Thank you!
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  Ruth July 4, 2016 Reply
  
  Glad I could help Cheryl!
mary czerczyk June 21, 2016 Reply

I remember when Barbie first came out.She wore a black and white bathing suit and ponytail. My Mom bought me the brunette Barbie.
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  Ruth June 21, 2016 Reply
  
  Cool memory! thanks for sharing
ANN*H October 16, 2015 Reply

This is interesting to know. I like reading about toys history in case I have any of these older toys still in my home. I like to collect older things all the time . thanks for Barbies info
marla king April 29, 2015 Reply

I always loved my Barbie dolls.
marla king February 24, 2015 Reply

Barbies have been around a long time.
Deanna February 4, 2015 Reply

Sarah, Ken is Barbie’s boyfriend. Skipper and Kelly are Barbie’s little sisters.
Alleluialu February 4, 2015 Reply

This really amuses me because a friend of mine celebrates her birthday today. I will have to tell her that it is Barbie’s birthday, too.
Babs Hightower February 4, 2015 Reply

Hi Ruth :).

This was great I love Barbie
Sarah M February 4, 2015 Reply

I’m trying to remember – did they pair Ken with Barbie or Skipper? Because if Barbie and Ken were a couple, that’s weird that they’re named after her kids. Cool that it’s still around after all that time.
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  Ruth February 4, 2015 Reply
  
  I know I had the same thought about Ken and Barbie since they are boyfriend and girlfriend but I think the creator just used the names of her kids to memorialize them. Thanks for asking Sarah. And thanks for answering Deanna!
becca February 4, 2015 Reply

That’s pretty interesting. Where do you find the fun fact for this day in history?
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  Ruth February 4, 2015 Reply
  
  Becca I actually do a lot of searching around, and the sites where I got my information are always listed below the post. Thanks.