Black Children : New black Barbie doll wears natural hair, uses a wheelchair: 'Representation like this is so important'

[Clyde C Coger Jr]

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New black Barbie doll wears natural hair, uses a wheelchair: 'Representation like this is so important'

New black Barbie doll wears natural hair, uses a wheelchair: 'Representation like this is so important'

The new doll is black, wears natural hair and comes with a wheelchair — complete with real rolling wheels — and a ramp.

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On Feb. 11, Mattel announced a new member of Barbie’s “Barbie Fashionista” line — a doll in a wheelchair. A representative from Mattel tells Yahoo Lifestyle that a doll with a wheelchair accessory is one of the most requested items from Barbie fans, and within this line, there are now two options to choose from...

Mahira Dayal
Yahoo Lifestyle

Barbie's new collection includes a black doll in a wheelchair, wearing natural hair. (Photo credit: Twitter)