Barbie and Ken reflect body diversity with hearing aids, colourful prosthetic limbs, wheelchairs and skin conditions

Barbie and Ken dolls have become even more diverse, with new models in a variety of skin tones and body types. Some have disability aids or a skin condition.
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Barbie and Ken dolls have remained one of the world’s bestselling toys since their launch in 1959.

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