Trivia: In which decade was Barbie’s African American friend Christie introduced?
1980s
1990s
1960s
1970s
The correct answer is 1960s
So why is this answer correct? : Barbie’s friend Christie, generally considered the first Black doll in the collection, was introduced in 1968 in support of equal rights. She had the same body shape as Barbie, so their clothes were interchangeable, but her features, skin tone, and hair were inspired by Black women. Latina and Black versions of Barbie herself were introduced in 1980, and today there are more than 40 different international Barbies.