Colored Francie

Colored Francie, introduced by Mattel one year after the release of the caucasian counterpart cousin, represented a shift towards diversity within the iconic brand intending to promote inclusivity. However, the darker version faced backlash from certain parents who argued that a Black doll could not be considered family and was discontinued a year later, highlighting the challenges of representation in the toy industry during that period.

Other versions of black dolls, including Black Barbie herself,…