NEW YORK — Mattel has introduced its first Barbie representing a person with type 1 diabetes, as part of wider efforts from the toy maker to increase inclusivity among its dolls. In an announcement ...

Mattel, Inc. announced on July 8, 2025, that it debuted the first-ever Barbie doll with type 1 diabetes (T1D). This is the newest addition to the "Barbie Fashionistas" line, which features more than ...

While other major companies roll back their diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, Mattel Inc. has launched the first Barbie® doll with type 1 diabetes. The doll, part of Barbie's ...

Barbie is aiming to expand on inclusivity with the launch of its first doll with Type 1 diabetes. The doll, part of Barbie's Fashionistas line, comes complete with a continuous glucose monitor, ...

Barbie has worn many hats—literally and figuratively since her debut in 1959. The iconic doll has traveled to space, performed surgery, run for the nation’s highest office and competed in the Olympics ...

There’s a brave, new Barbie in the box. Mattel announced the release of the first-ever Barbie doll with type 1 diabetes, complete with a continuous glucose monitor and an insulin pump in Barbie’s ...

Mattel’s newest Barbie doll dons a stylish ensemble: a blue polka skirt and crop top set, and a baby blue purse with matching platform boots. But her standout accessories? A bright-pink insulin pump ...

Mattel debuted its first Barbie doll with type 1 diabetes (T1D) this week in an effort “to expand representation and inspire more children.” The doll, presented on Tuesday, July 8, was designed in ...

On Tuesday, Mattel introduced the first Barbie doll with Type 1 diabetes, designed to reflect the experiences of more than 300,000 children and teens living with the condition in the U.S. The company ...