Produced by Shonda Rhimes, the documentary focuses on how Mattel received criticism for making dolls with fair skin tones, leading Perkins to launch the first Black Barbie doll in 1980.

To celebrate the 45th anniversary of the first Black Barbie, Mattel has released a special edition of the prized doll, honoring its designer, Kitty Black Perkins. Perkins designed the original ...