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Photos: The evolution of the Barbie doll
Barbie is introducing dolls with wheelchairs and prosthetic limbs in its newest Fashionistas line, which aims to offer kids more diverse representations of beauty. Mattel is marking the 60th birthday of the iconic Barbie brand, which was launched on March 9, 1959. See how the doll has changed through the years.
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Teenage fashion model, 1959
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Registered nurse, 1961
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Astronaut, 1965
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Surgeon, 1973
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Olympic athlete, 1975
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Aerobics instructor, 1984
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Veterinarian, 1985
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Rapper, 1992
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Marine Corps sergeant, 1992
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Business executive, 1992
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Police officer, 1993
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Army medic, 1993
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Firefighter, 1995
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Dentist, 1997
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Airline pilot, 1999
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