Greta Gerwig’s much-anticipated “Barbie” movie — which opens in theaters on Friday — “Insecure” actress Issa Rae brings some black power to the iconic doll’s pink world as President Barbie.But it was another African-American woman, Louvenia “Kitty” Black Perkins, who designed the first black Barbie — released in 1980 in a box that touted “She’s black! She’s beautiful! She’s dynamite!”Rather than the long, straight blond tresses and pastel-colored fashions of the traditional white Barbie, the brown-skinned beauty rocked short, curly black hair and a glittering red dress complete with matching dangling earrings.“Everything Barbie [typically] was, I wanted to do the opposite,” Black Perkins, now 75 and based in Los Angeles, told The Post. “I knew exactly how black women wear their hair, how their clothes were different from … all of Barbie’s ball gowns.“Basically,” she continued, “I wanted my black Barbie doll to look more like me.” Although Mattel had introduced a black Christie doll as Barbie’s friend in 1968 — and Cara would follow her in the ’70s — this was the first time an African-American bore the name of the leading lady herself.Not relegated to being an “accessory to Barbie,” this was a main-character creation that Black Perkins made on her way to becoming chief designer of the fashion doll line in the mid-’80s.Coming 21 years after Barbie made her debut in 1959, it was a barrier-breaking move for Mattel as doll demand was changing.“The collectors are the ones that really made a difference because every convention that they had, they were looking for black dolls,” said Black Perkins.
'Barbie' Director Greta Gerwig Responds to Sequel, 'Ken' Spin-Off Rumors (Exclusive)
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Greta Gerwig's highly anticipated film has yet to hit theaters, but eager fans are already clamoring for a sequel. The filmmaker was joined by stars Margot Robbie, Ryan Gosling, America Ferrera and more at the movie's pink carpet premiere on Sunday, held at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles. Speaking with ET's Will Marfuggi, Gerwig responded to growing speculation surrounding a potential Ken-focused spin-off. «Honestly, I'm just focused on getting this one out and crossing all my fingers and toes,» she said.
«And then we'll see what happens after that.» hits theaters on Friday, July 21. Meanwhile, it was recently reported that Gerwig has signed on to helm two of the upcoming films for Netflix. The director told ET on Sunday that she's more focused on a major personal milestone, first. «On Aug.
4th, I turn 40,» she shared with a laugh, «and this movie's out. So I'm like, I gotta turn 40 and get this movie out, and then I'll figure out what happens next.» As for how she'll ring in her birthday, Gerwig joked she's planned «a huge dance party.» No doubt Gerwig picked up some moves while shooting with her talented cast, who put on an epic choreographed dance number in what promises to be one of the film's memorable scenes. «Everyone was, like, just so happy to be there,» Gerwig recalled.
«I think we could have kept shooting this movie for another three months, and they would have just been like, 'Great! Let's learn new choreography and do it again.» Robbie, who also served as a producer on the project, told ET that there's a lot she and Gerwig hope viewers are able to take away from the experience of watching the movie.«We want, more than anything, for everyone to kind of have the experience they want to have. You can
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Ty Pennington Released From the ICU After Surgery for Abscess That Was ‘Closing Off My Airway’
Former Extreme Makeover: Home Edition host Ty Pennington is recuperating after a medical procedure to remove an abscess.
Ty Pennington Says the ‘Sore Throat’ He Had During ‘Barbie’ Premiere Landed Him in Intensive Care (Video)
“Trading Spaces” host Ty Pennington went “from the red carpet to the ICU” on the same day, he shared on Instagram Friday. The HGTV regular attended the “Barbie” premiere in Los Angeles on Sunday, flew to Denver, Colorado, to begin filming on Monday, and woke up at 4 a.m.
Margot Robbie Changes Into Red Minidress for 'Barbie' VIP Photocall Following London Premiere
The stars of Barbie are stepping out once again in London!
Margot Robbie Wows at 'Barbie' London Premiere, Dresses as Enchanted Evening Barbie in Pink Gown
Margot Robbie is continuing to slay the fashion game on the Barbie press tour and she gave us another incredible look for the European premiere!
Ryan Gosling Says Margot Robbie Charged Barbie Cast & Crew Fines For Not Wearing Pink
Margot Robbie took method acting to the bank on the set of Barbie.
Prime Day Deal: Margot Robbie’s Colorist Used These Products for Her ‘Barbie’ Blonde Hair
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‘Barbie’ Tracking For $90 Million Opening Weekend As Glowing First Reactions Pour In; ‘Oppenheimer’ Predicted To Take $43 Million
Barbenheimer is coming.
Sam Smith will represent the Kens on ‘Barbie’ movie soundtrack
Sam Smith has been announced as featuring in the Barbie soundtrack and will be representing the Kens in the film with their song.The singer is the final surprise artist to feature on the upcoming soundtrack to the Greta Gerwig film. He’s set to release a track called ‘Man I Am’ on July 21, which is the same day that the film is released in cinemas.They first announced that they’d be taking part in the project yesterday (July 10) and confirmed that their song will follow the point of view of all the actors playing Ken in the movie.“I cannot begin to express how incredibly excited I am to be a part of the soundtrack to this already iconic film,” Smith wrote in revealing the news.
‘Barbie’ World Premiere: Margot Robbie and America Ferrera Fangirl Over Nicki Minaj and More Perfectly Pink Moments
Angelique Jackson The pink carpet at the “Barbie” premiere in Los Angeles on Sunday night was riddled with self-proclaimed Barbie Girls, but there was only one run-in that could be described as “When Barbie Met Barbie.” Just minutes before the Greta Gerwig-directed movie debuted before a packed house in the Shrine Auditorium, “Barbie” lead Margot Robbie met the OG Barbie, rapper Nicki Minaj. It’s the latest in a line of meta moments in and around the WB film, with Robbie posing — in a custom Schiaparelli gown that paid homage to 1960’s “Solo in the Spotlight Barbie” — alongside Minaj, who has proclaimed herself a Barbie since the early days of her career. Minaj’s latest track “Barbie World” — a collab with Ice Spice that remixes Aqua’s 1997 hit “Barbie Girl” — serves as the film’s end title song.
First ‘Barbie’ Reactions Hail ‘A Staggering Achievement: ‘Ryan Gosling’s Best Role’ and ‘Margot Robbie’s Crown Jewel’
“Barbie” are to be believed. After the world premiere in Los Angeles on Sunday night, fans are more than tickled pink by Ryan Gosling and Margot Robbie’s performances.Though we know it seemingly follows Barbie’s (Robbie) journey to self-discovery in the real world — which begins with her hilariously asking her Barbie friends if they “ever think about dying” in the trailer — the film’s core plot has largely been kept under wraps.
Margot Robbie Went Even More Blonde for ‘Barbie’ Red Carpet Premiere: Here’s How
Margot Robbie was the blondest she’s ever been at the Barbie premiere in Los Angeles on Sunday, July 9.
Ryan Gosling Wears Sweet ‘E’ Necklace for Eva Mendes at ‘Barbie’ L.A. Premiere: Photos
Ryan Gosling kept his longtime partner, Eva Mendes, close to his heart at the Barbie premiere on Sunday, July 9.
America Ferrera and Margot Robbie fangirl over Nicki Minaj at ‘Barbie’ premiere: ‘That was iconic’
Nicki Minaj continues to be one of the most fan-favorite artists among celebrities and A-List stars. This time the acclaimed rapper proved her impact at the ‘Barbie’ premiere in Los Angeles, arriving at the event and causing a commotion among the cast of the film, who couldn’t hide their excitement after seeing her stepping onto the red carpet.America Ferrera was one of the stars fangirling on camera after noticing the singer posing for the cameras at the highly anticipated premiere. “I can’t believe I just did that on camera.
Eva Mendes says Ryan Gosling is the most outstanding actor she’s ever worked with
Ryan Gosling, Eva Mendes took a nostalgic trip down memory lane before releasing his highly anticipated new movie, Barbie, which premiered in Los Angeles over the weekend.While sharing a series of stills from their 2012 crime drama, The Place Beyond the Pines, Mendes melted hearts with an Instagram post celebrating their journey together. Alongside the throwback photos, she affectionately captioned, “Mi Hombre.
Margot Robbie's Doll-Inspired Fit, Ryan Gosling's Tribute To Eva Mendes, & All The Fabulous Outfits From The Barbie Los Angeles Premiere!
Have y’all ever seen a more glamorous cast?!
‘Barbie’ movie first reactions are in: ‘Give Ryan Gosling an Oscar’
the ‘Barbie’ movie after last night’s star-studded Los Angeles premiere.The initial chatter is filled with praise for the Greta Gerwig-directed flick, which stars Margot Robbie, 33, as Barbie and Ryan Gosling, 42, as Ken. More than one critic even went as far as to say that Gosling deserves an Oscar for his role in the hotly-anticipated film, which hits theaters July 21. “Barbie caught me off guard & I mean that in the best way possible,” one critic proclaimed on social media. “It’s funny, bombastic, & very smart.
‘Barbie’ Premiere Red Carpet: See Margot Robbie, Ryan Gosling, Nicki Minaj and More
Hollywood’s biggest names proved life in plastic is indeed fantastic at the Barbie premiere in Los Angeles on Sunday, July 9.
Nicki Minaj Gushes Over 'Full-Circle Moment' at 'Barbie' Premiere (Exclusive)
Nicki Minaj is enjoying a «full circle» moment. The «Super Freaky Girl» rapper couldn't help but fangirl at Sunday's film premiere in Los Angeles, hitting the pink carpet to celebrate her contribution to the movie's soundtrack: . «I am so excited to be here and be a part of this entire moment,» Minaj gushed to ET's Will Marfuggi at the event, held at L.A.'s Shrine Auditorium. «I'm glad that they thought of me because I'm excited just like everybody else is excited to see this movie.» Of course, Minaj was a natural fit for the project, as she's long channeled the iconic doll in her public persona.
America Ferrera, Issa Rae & Dua Lipa Go Glam For 'Barbie's World Premiere Event in LA
America Ferrera stepped out on the pink carpet in a stunning two piece look for the premiere of Barbie in Los Angeles on Sunday (July 9).