Is there a Latina American Girl?

Two decades after the release of the doll character Josefina Montoya from Mexico, American Girl (Mattel) is adding a new Latina into the mix: Girl of the Year 2018 Luciana Vega, who's of Chilean descent and who, with an interest in science and space, aspires to become an astronaut.

Is there a Hispanic American doll?

Josefina is the first Latina American Girl doll, there's also Marisol Luna released in 2005 (the brand's third “Girl of the Year”) and in 2018 American Girl announced their “2018 Girl of the Year” was Luciana Vega, a Latina who aspires to be an astronaut.

Is Josefina American Girl Mexican?

Personality and Facts. Josefina Montoya (full name María Josefina Montoya Romero) is a Mexican girl living on a rancho (ranch settlement) fifteen miles away from Santa Fe during the time when the territory was under Mexican rule, only a few years after Mexican independence from Spanish colonialism.

What nationality is Josefina American Girl?

Josefina Montoya is a young Mexican girl living in 1824 New Mexico with her extended family.

Is Josefina American Girl retired?

On Tuesday, American Girl announced that they're bringing the six original historical dolls out of retirement for the company's 35th anniversary. If you need a refresher on the six original dolls were Kirsten, Samantha, Molly, Felicity, Addy, and, of course, Josefina.

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Is Addy Walker retiring?

With the release of Nanea Mitchell, Addy Walker and Samantha Parkington were not retired; instead, they were reduced to limited capacity at Flagship stores (Chicago, NY, and LA) and online, similar to Felicity.

Are there any black American Girl dolls?

Melody Ellison is only the second black doll that is currently for sale from American Girl's line of historical dolls. (Her immediate predecessor Cécile Rey, a girl from a well-to-do family in 1850s New Orleans, was introduced in 2011 and “archived” in 2014.)

How much is Kanani worth?

A Kanani Doll Collection has a considerable asking price of $2,468.99. Whether you collect American Girl Dolls or just want to sell them, they are extremely valuable right now, and will only be worth more in the future.

Who is the oldest American Girl doll?

Samantha, Kirsten and Molly, the first three dolls in the series, debuted in 1986 and were retired between 2008 and 2013. Felicity, Addy and Josefina were introduced in the 1990s and retired in the mid-2010s.

Who is Cecile American Girl?

Cécile Rey is the eleventh Historical Character, representing 1850s New Orleans. Cécile was released in 2011 along with Marie-Grace Gardner.

When was Josefina discontinued?

This bundle was sold out and retired by late July 2021. Unlike standard dolls sold at this time, Josefina has neck strings.

How old is Caroline the American Girl doll?

Caroline, an independent and adventurous nine-year-old girl whose story is set near Lake Ontario during the War of 1812, learns to face her most challenging moments using her heart as her compass.

Can Wellie wishers go to the hospital?

Bitty Baby, Bitty Twins, and Wellie Wishers are accepted at the hospital. Wellie Wishers, due to their unique hard-bodied anatomy that has all parts joined together, will require a total doll replacement for all repairs. Create Your Own dolls can be sent in just like any other doll.

How many Josefina books are there?

Meet Josefina an American Girl Collection 6 Books: Meet Josefina, Josefina Learns a Lesson, Surprise, Happy Birthday, Saves the Day, Changes Paperback.

Who is the most popular American Girl doll?

What is the name of the black American Girl doll?

Her name is Addy Walker; she is an American Girl doll, one of eight historical dolls produced by the Pleasant Company who arrive with dresses, accessories, and a series of books about their lives.

Who is Kirsten's best friend?

Marta is a Swedish girl close in age to Kirsten; she has thick blond hair she wears back in a braid. Like Kirsten's family, her family (her parents, a mother and father, are unnamed) are immigrating to America and settling in Minnesota; she is an only child.

What is Molly McIntire worth?

Molly McIntire: $725

Like Samantha Parkington, original Mollys from 1986 are hard to come by. If you find a Molly doll, you may be able to sell her for as much as $725.

How much are Bitty Twins worth?

Bitty Twins were discontinued by American Girl in 2016. At Girl AGain we sell each twin for $35-$40. Bitty Baby and Bitty Twin have the same body size so they can wear the same outfits (as long as you think that is appropriate!)

What is Felicity doll worth?

Felicity, American Girl Doll #1 - Price Estimate: $6000 - $9000.

Are there biracial American Girl dolls?

First of all, Evette is biracial, one of the first in the American Girl universe (they had a special, one-year-only Irish-Japanese doll in 2006) and one of few biracial dolls on the market.

How many American Girl dolls are African American?

Breaking News. Out of the last 20 dolls in the company's Historical/"BeForever" line, only six have been girls of color.

When did American Girl dolls become black?

Then the company introduced their first Black American Girl doll, Addy Walker, in 1993.

Is American Girl bringing Kirsten back?

In celebration of 35 years of American Girl, the brand is bringing back its original historical characters—Samantha Parkington, Kirsten Larson, Molly McIntire, Felicity Merriman, Addy Walker, and Josefina Montoya.

Why was Kirsten discontinued?

The company insists it is simply clearing room on the shelves for new historical characters like Rebecca Rubin, its first Jewish doll, who debuted earlier this year. Losing Kirsten was all the more painful because almost exactly one year ago, the company retired what was arguably its most popular doll.