Throw Another Blaine on the Barbie
Aussie Dave | Jun 30, 2004 | 2 comments
Not content with taking over Hollywood, Australians are now entering other domains previously considered untouchable.
It is official: Barbie has a new man in her life, a well-toned Australian surfer dude called Blaine, who is helping her get over her breakup with former beau Ken.US toy maker Mattel announced today that the “hot Australian hunk” is giving the all-American girl “some tips and tricks from international waters.”
Barbie split from her suitor of 43 years, Ken, in February, but Mattel had declined to confirm until today that there was a new man in her life.
“Blaine, the suave new Aussie surfer in the group, caught more than a few waves when he snagged Barbie doll’s attention,” Mattel revealed.
We already knew that Australians love their barbie. I guess the feeling is mutual.
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An Australian immigrant to Israel, Aussie Dave has been blogging since early 2003.Filed Under: MT Archives
Man, this is my second opportunity to share this link!
This -> (http://www.feralcheryl.com.au/) is what I thought Ausie dolls looked like!
The one I bought for my daughter is still in the closet (literally) because I failed to notice the body piercings, tattoos and realistic, um, body hair before ordering it!
Barbie used to have apparently less number of friends, clothes, careers or vehicles in 60s. Assorted things and friends of Barbie was a big fascination for most girls.