BARBIE

Hot on the (high) heels of the “Barbie” movie’s box-office success, the Barbie Truck Tour will cruise through the Houston area in October selling exclusive merchandise.

Sylvester Stallone and Jason Statham weren’t enough to save “Expend4bles” from a debut box office flop.

No need to travel to BarbieLand anymore, because you can watch the summer blockbuster at home now by renting or purchasing it from Prime Video and other digital platforms.

Like many horrors before it, bad reviews didn’t scare off moviegoers from buying tickets for “The Nun II.”.

The box office results are in and Sony’s racing movie “Gran Turismo” won the weekend over “Barbie” after all.

“Gran Turismo: Based on a True Story” and “Barbie” are in a dead heat for the box-office crown, with the video game adaptation just edging Greta Gerwig’s pop sensation, according to studio estimates Sunday.

The film “Barbie” has been pulled from theaters in Algeria almost a month after it opened in the North African country.

“Barbie” is cruising atop the box office.

On and off the big screen, it’s Barbie’s world and Ken is just living in it.

A funeral home in El Salvador has taken Barbie mania to an extreme, offering pink coffins with Barbie linings.

Now this is the type of Kenergy I like to see!

The United Arab Emirates has approved the release of the “Barbie” movie after a three-week delay over possible content issues.

President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden took a break from their beach vacation to see summer blockbuster “Oppenheimer.”.

A week later, the “Barbenheimer” boom has not abated.

Popfancy Dessert Bar in Bellaire is inviting all dolls to the its dreamhouse boutique café inspired by Barbie.

The “Barbie” movie created magic at the box office, but the iconic doll’s parent Mattel is bracing for it to make a big difference in the toy aisles.

In the massive movie weekend of “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer,” there were many winners.

I learned many life lessons while watching the new record-breaking “Barbie” movie,” but nothing has stuck with me more than Ken himself.

Discovery Green is changing the color of its lights to pink on Friday night to help celebrate the release of the new Warner Bros. Pictures movie “Barbie,” which opens in theaters on Friday.

From the second the giant Mattel logo showed up on the screen at the start of the movie, till the colorful ending credits, I had the most magical time watching “Barbie” in a movie theater with my friends.

Waves of pink-clad moviegoers passed under cardboard palm trees on the frenzied first day of “Barbenheimer.”.

The release of “Barbie” is upon us, and the color pink is nearly inescapable.

It's a Barbie-inspired fashion show on Houston Life today! See how you can rock pink in time for the Barnie movie or any glamorous occasion.

Come on, Barbie, let's go party!

KPRC 2 Insider director Krisna Menier discovered something fun on Google right now.

Finding the sound of “Barbie,” one of 2023’s biggest blockbusters, a film with such a rich visual palette, was no easy task.

The very online showdown between Greta Gerwig’s “Barbie” and Christopher Nolan’s “Oppenheimer” all started with a date: July 21.

The “Barbie” movie is coming to Houston theaters -- and theaters around the country -- on July 21, and ahead of that day, Houston stores and restaurants are coming out in a big pink way to celebrate.

The World Premiere of “Barbie” at Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall happened on Saturday in Los Angeles and we’re sorting through the bedazzled and pink-ified looks to pick out our favorites.

From dolls to board games, cars and so much more – this is every kid's dream! Take a walk down memory lane to see toys from the 80’s, 90’s and much more.

State media have reported that Vietnam has banned distribution of the popular "Barbie" movie because it includes a view of a map showing disputed Chinese territorial claims in the South China Sea.

She's everything -- and so is her mansion. Book an exclusive stay at the Barbie-themed Airbnb this summer.

Barbie has introduced its first doll representing a person with Down syndrome.

In a starry presentation that included Timothée Chalamet, Oprah Winfrey, Zendaya and a first look at ‘Dune: Part Two,’ “Barbie” was no doubt the brightest star of Warner Bros.

Mattel, the parent company of Barbie, announced the addition of a new Barbie doll with Down Syndrome, in a step toward inclusivity.

After watching the trailer for the highly anticipated “Barbie” movie, I think I can confidently say that this film will save cinema.

Wednesday is officially recognized as the iconic doll’s birthday, and it appears Barbie is aging like fine wine.

Get ready, because Barbie is coming.

The undisputed “queen of Rock and Roll” is now a Barbie doll!

The undisputed “queen of Rock and Roll” is now a Barbie doll!

Acclaimed Cuban American singer, songwriter, producer and actor Gloria Estefan has been honored with her own Barbie doll.

Today at 3:00 p.m. the “Houston Life” team is celebrating the new “Barbie” movie. The stars drop by KPRC 2 to talk about living the “Plastic Life.”

Laverne Cox is getting her own Barbie doll!

Barbie is releasing a new collection of dolls to be more inclusive of all children — starting with its first doll that wears hearing aids.

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Mattel and Barbie adds two unique “role model” dolls to their collection.

A Chilean Paralympian who is in a wheelchair became the latest in a series of diversifying Barbie dolls.

Across the country, thrift stores have been flooded by household items, the offerings of people who have been homebound for months and are eager to clear out some of their possessions.

Merchandise available at Barbie Pop-Up Truck coming to the Baybrook Mall on April 3. Barbie is stopping by for a visit Saturday as a part of her Totally Throwback Tour. Barbie’s hot pink truck is stopping by Baybrook Mall for an outdoor mobile pop-up experience from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. this Saturday, April 3. The mobile pop-up shop will sell exclusive Barbie-themed, retro-inspired merchandise. Fans who visit will also have the opportunity to get their hands on a collectible Barbie Polaroid camera.

A reproduction of the original Ken doll, launched in 1961 as a companion to Barbie, appears in Bergen County, N.J., on Monday, March 8, 2021. (AP Photo/Ted Shaffrey)(AP) – Ken is turning 60, two years after his best friend Barbie did. Mattel launched a reproduction of the original Ken doll on Thursday to commemorate his 1961 debut. “I would say Ken is a good friend and a best friend, a supportive best friend to the Barbie doll,” Best said. AdThe original Barbie, launched in 1959, also came in a bathing suit, a minimalist strategy to encourage consumers to buy outfits and accessories.

It’s Barbie’s 62nd birthday Monday!

HOUSTON – Maya Angelou, activist and author of books such as “I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings,” is the latest addition to Barbie’s “Inspiring Women” collection. According to Mattel, the doll pays tribute to Angelou for her numerous honorary doctorates. Pictures shared by Mattel showed the doll holding a replica of her autobiography, while wearing a head wrap and floor-length dress. Mattel said in a blog post Thursday Angelou is the 10th honoree for Barbie’s “Inspiring Women” collection, which includes previous honorees Ella Fitzgerald, Sally Ride and Rosa Parks. The doll is now up for preorder with a price of $29.99 and will be released after Feb. 8.

Barbie lovers, you might want to add this to your growing collection. The second edition of a collectible Da de Muertos doll that celebrates a time-honored Mexican tradition of honoring loved ones who have passed away. The doll was designed by Mexican-American doll designer Javier Meabe, who also designed the first Da de Muertos doll and the Jurassic Park Claire doll. Meabe said he made sure to stay true to the tradition by adding elements associated with the holiday, such as marigold flowers, the skeletal elements and the traditional calavera design. The doll comes with a Certificate of Authenticity and is priced at $75.