Barbie has had many doll pals over the years, including sister Skipper, boyfriend Ken, and childhood friend Midge. In 2003, ...

Midge was also a real doll introduced in 1963 as Barbie's best friend ... sold as part of a "Happy Family" set with Allan and their son, caused so much controversy that the doll was pulled ...

After Mattel’s culture sweeping debut of Barbie in 1959, it took nearly 17 years for the brand to come out with a version of the collectible doll that represented more than one type of skin color.