The doll joins the Barbie Fashionistas collection, which features diverse range of skin tones, hair textures, body types, and various medical conditions and disabilities such as type 1 diabetes, Down syndrome and blindness.

The first Barbie doll hit shelves in 1959. Barbies have offered broader representations of race, body type, and careers over the years.

The doll features a gaze that is shifted slightly to the side, to “[reflect] how some members of the autistic community may avoid direct eye contact.”

To commemorate the 65th anniversary of the world’s most famous doll, London’s Design Museum has opened “Barbie: The Exhibition,” showcasing over 250 objects related to the evolution of the iconic and at times controversial Mattel toy, including ...

(CNN) — From carefully coordinated all-pink looks, to opulent evening outfits made in partnership with Oscar de la Renta, it’s no secret Barbie has long been one of the most fashion-forward toys on the market. It’s a reputation forged in large part ...