BARBIE® GETS INTO THE SWING OF THINGS WITH PRO GOLFER BRITTANY LINCICOME INSPIRING GIRLS TO TAKE TO THE TEE

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LOS ANGELES (March 8, 2010) – For more than five decades, Barbie® has been a perfect reflection of fashion and culture and has served as an inspiration to girls of all ages. This year, as part of the Barbie® brand's I Can Be… campaign, Barbie® is empowering girls to dream it all, try it all and live it all. As part of this commitment, Barbie® has partnered with 10 women who continue to serve as ambassadors of dreams and role models for girls. Named earlier this year as one of Barbie's 10 Women to Watch in 2010, Barbie® has forged a partnership with LPGA player Brittany Lincicome, the defending champion of the 2009 Kraft Nabisco Championship (KNC), to excite girls about the sport of golf and encourage them to live an active lifestyle.

“Golf has always been a big part of my life; it has helped teach me discipline and perseverance and has also allowed me to have fun while doing something I love,” said Lincicome. “I am thrilled to partner with the Barbie® brand to help introduce and inspire more girls to take an active interest in the sport of golf.”

“We know girls are interested in participating in a wide array of athletics, and through our partnership with Brittany, we are excited to introduce girls to the world of golf,” said Sarah Buzby, Director of Marketing, Barbie®. “Selected as one of Barbie's 10 Women to Watch in 2010, we see Brittany as a fantastic role model for girls and know that she, along with Barbie®, can inspire girls to live an active lifestyle and encourage them to get out on the course.”

Throughout the year Brittany and Barbie® will be hosting several clinics to further girl's education and involvement with the sport of golf. This summer, Barbie® is also introducing a new line of branded golf clubs with Accu-length and additional golf accessories bringing Barbie's signature pink style to the course in a fun way. Barbie® branded Accu-length clubs will be available online timed to the KNC. Together, Brittany and Barbie® are paving the way for future generations of girls to tee up.