Show Notes
SEASON 5 IS HERE! 🎉 | Barbie, American Girl, Disney & Monster High Doll ReleasesWelcome back to the Iconic Dollcast! Season 5 kicks off with a much-needed doll check-in, because there have already been so many new releases in 2026.In this episode, I’m diving into some of the biggest recent doll releases and reveals, including Disney dolls (some of the best we’ve seen in years), Monster High, American Girl, Barbie, and more. I also share my thoughts on Toy Fair reveals, overall trends in doll quality and creativity, and how Barbie’s biggest competitors are stepping up.We’ll also take a closer look at the new Wicked doll face molds, and I talk about why American Girl’s original historical characters still matter today — and why the newer modern era dolls deserve more credit than they often get.If you love doll collecting, doll history, and deep dives into iconic toy lines, you’re in the right place.
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