Mattel pays tribute to Barbie in a collector’s book through the ages

Since its creation in 1959, Barbie has become a symbol of emancipation and unlimited possibilities. From childhood adventures to self-discovery, she has inspired and influenced the lives of millions of people around the world. To honor this legacy, the book “My Barbie Story” invites friends of the brand from around the world to share their personal Barbie stories. Thus, “My Barbie Story” brings together moving anecdotes from celebrities from all over the world such as Helen Mirren, Claudia Schiffer, Adwoa Aboah, Sharon Rooney, Samantha Cristoforetti, Richard Quinn, and many others. These stories reveal how Barbie influenced their professional and personal journeys, highlighting the doll’s lasting impact across generations and industries ranging from arts and sports to science and technology.

In France, several personalities and friends of Barbie had the opportunity to participate in the project such as: Hélène Daroze, Michelin-starred chef and French Barbie role model in 2019, Estelle Mossely Boxing Champion and French Barbie role model 2024, Eléonore Laloux, Barbie ambassador in 2023 in favor of diversity, Anne Fleur Broudehoux, Founder of the Roseanna brand , Cathy Moreau, Collector and creator of the Barbie convention in France, Éric Chatillon, Collector, and finally Maureen Piesset, content creator. This book is a true celebration of Barbie’s inspiration and impact across eras and fields.

Barbie’s 65th anniversary is not just a retrospective on the doll’s impact on popular culture, it marks Barbie’s desire to continue shaping the future. As part of Barbie’s Ceiling of Dreams initiative, which aims to close the gaps preventing girls from reaching their full potential, Profits from the sale of this book will be donated to an organization committed to gender equality and women’s empowerment. The Mattel Foundation will also contribute to this donation.

Krista Berger, senior vice president of Barbie and global head of the doll category at Mattel, said: “As we celebrate Barbie’s 65th anniversary, ‘My Barbie Story’ celebrates the dreams, emotions and limitless possibilities that the doll has inspired over the years This collection of testimonials illustrates the unique bond that everyone shares with Barbie, a symbol of personal expression and the reminder that we can become anything we want by donating all profits to. UN Women UK continues our mission to encourage girls everywhere to believe in their limitless potential. We invite you to share your own Barbie story and join us in celebrating this timeless legacy.”

Tabitha Morton, Executive Director of UN Women UK, added: “UN Women UK is dedicated to gender equality and the empowerment of women, so it is with great enthusiasm that we are partnering with the Barbie brand, who has shared this commitment to empowerment and inspiration for generations. Through this book and the stories it contains, we hope to ensure that every woman and girl has access to safety, choice and voice. to our programs around the world.”

Available now for purchase on the Amazon e-commerce site, “My Barbie Story” is a must-have for collectors, nostalgic fans and those who want to discover how Barbie has shaped, and continues to shape, the world of toys and much more Again. In fact, Barbie encourages her fans to share their own Barbie stories on social media using the hashtag #MYBARBIESTORY.