Mattel’s First Barbie with type 1 diabetes
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The new 'Clueless'-themed launch also includes American Girl dolls, Uno cards, Polly Pocket and more Clueless is getting the Barbie treatment! On Thursday, July 10, Mattel and Paramount announced a collaboration in honor of the 30th anniversary of the 1995 cult classic film on July 19.
Did you hear that? It sounds like the 90s are calling. Actually it’s Mattel, who have just released Barbie dolls and a Polly Pocket set to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Clueless! Longtime fans might remember a set of Barbies that was released to celebrate the TV show that ran for 3 seasons in 1996.
Mattel has unveiled a groundbreaking addition to the Barbie Fashionistas line: the first-ever Barbie doll with Type 1 diabetes.
The first-ever Barbie with Type 1 diabetes comes with an insulin pump and glucose monitor. Both kids and adults with diabetes are celebrating the announcement and say they are grateful for a doll that represents them.