Barbie®’s family tree may look like a giant Sequoia, but the Barbie® Dream House® always has room for friends and family, including:
KEN ®“Barbie's on-again, off-again boyfriend”
Ken was introduced as Barbie’s arm candy in 1961. Starting out with nine outfits, a skinny frame and fuzzy crew cut, he’s always stood by Barbie, despite headline-generating break-ups.
MIDGE ®“Barbie's best friend”
Midge has been Barbie’s BFF since 1963. Barbie was even Midge's maid-of-honor at her wedding to Alan in 1991.
SKIPPER ®, TUTTI ™, STACIE ®, KELLY ®, KRISSY ®“Barbie's younger sisters”
Skipper (introduced in 1964), Tutti ('66), Stacie ('92), Kelly ('95) and baby sister Krissy ('99). Barbie also has a brother, Todd™ ('66) and famous cousins MOD Francie™ ('66) and Jazzie® ('89). In fall 2009, Skipper comes back from boarding school to celebrate with Barbie!
CHRISTIE ®, TERESA ®, KIRA ® & KAYLA ®, BECKY ®“Barbie's gal pals”
Barbie’s inner circle has always reflected the diversity in the real world. As early as 1968, Barbie’s African American friend Christie was introduced and, over the years, Hispanic, Asian and multi-ethnic friends Teresa®, Kira and Kayla dolls joined the group. Barbie has also had friends with wheelchairs (Becky) and eyeglasses.
