The pop princess who’s sold more records than any solo Australian artist in history is getting the Barbie treatment, and the result is as red-hot as the track it’s inspired by. Want more like this?

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Barbie manufacturer Mattel took a hit this week after its superstar doll failed to deliver. The El Segundo company ...

When Mattel announced its autistic Barbie last month, the response was immediate and largely celebratory. Headlines praised the doll as a milestone for inclusion. Social media applauded it as a sign ...

Come on Barbie, let’s go to the Grammys. Heidi Klum brought new meaning to the term “baring it all” on the 2026 Grammys red carpet, wearing a glossy, nude-colored Marina Hoermanseder dress that looked ...

In a time defined by uncertainty—geopolitical upheaval, cultural polarization, and shifting norms around identity—the little things matter. Sometimes those little things come in 11.5 inches of plastic ...

The first-ever official Barbie fan festival, "Barbie Dream Fest," will take place in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Attendees can enjoy immersive experiences like an interactive Dream House, a fashion show ...

CNET editor Gael Fashingbauer Cooper, a journalist and pop-culture junkie, is co-author of "Whatever Happened to Pudding Pops? The Lost Toys, Tastes and Trends of the '70s and '80s," as well as "The ...

Mattel is releasing its first Barbie doll designed to represent an autistic individual, reflecting a growing commitment to inclusive and representative play. Their press release announced that the new ...

Barbie is out with its latest addition to its Barbie Fashionistas collection, its first-ever doll with autism. The new doll includes traits, clothing and accessories relevant to individuals with ...

On January 11, 2026, Mattel announced the release of Autistic Barbie, a doll with an official autism diagnosis who uses augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) to communicate, carries a ...