Barbie and Ken dolls will be part of the temporary exhibit from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 8, during a free event hosted by the Over the Rainbow Doll Club at Trinity Episcopal Church ...

Chatty Cathy-crazed little girl at Christmas By Vivian Mcinerny The Oregonian December 19, 2005 Here is what I want to tell you: that my Christmas memories are rich with roasting chestnuts ...

A: After releasing the talking doll in 1960, Mattel continued manufacturing Chatty Cathy until 1965. The doll spoke one of 11 phrases at random when the ring, protruding from the doll's upper back, ...

Cathy, made by Mattel between 1960 and ‘63, could be worth as much as $300 if she was still chatting. Your voiceless doll, though in otherwise good condition, is only worth $40 to $50. Dear ...

In 1961, Mattel released the Ken doll — named after Handler's son, Kenneth — after fans begged for Barbie to have a boyfriend. Handler made sure Ken was never the husband and only the boyfriend.

DEAR COLLECTOR: I have in my possession a 1950s Chatty Cathy doll in her original outfit with wardrobe. At one time she would say something when the string in the back of her neck was pulled, but now ...

In 1960, Mattel released Chatty Cathy, which chirped “I love you” and “Let’s play school”. By the mid-1980s, Teddy Ruxpin had introduced animatronic storytelling.

Mattel is bringing Barbie into the 21st century by connecting the toy to the Internet and giving it a voice. The doll will now be able to hold a conversation with users and get periodic updates ...