14 Barbie Facts That Will Pop Your Plastic Head Off

Barbie has a few secrets up that pink sleeve.

The popular doll created by Mattel has been around for more than five decades, and is about to celebrate her 55th anniversary on March 9. After that many years in the business, Barbie lore is overflowing with surprising trivia facts. Did you know that she and boyfriend Ken broke up in 2004? The lovebirds split for years, before getting back together in 2011. Life isn't always so fantastic after all.

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Do you know why Barbies are even called Barbies? Unless you're the doll's biggest fan (Spoiler: You're probably not.), there are a slew of things you probably never knew about her. Here are a few fascinating facts about all things Barbie.