Ken is celebrating a milestone birthday, two years after Barbie.
Ken is turning 60, two years after Barbie did. Mattel launched a reproduction of the original Ken doll on Thursday to commemorate his 1961 debut. That slender doll with blond felt hair wears a red bathing suit and comes with red sandals and a yellow towel. Over the years, Ken’s body type, hair textures and fashion choices have become more diverse. The company said it is working with several fashion designers to celebrate Ken’s birthday and showcase him as an influencer.
