Skipper Roberts is a fictional character created by Mattel in 1964 as Barbie's younger sister. Since 2009, she has been portrayed with a purple streak in her hair and is depicted as tech-savvy and clever. In some Barbie films, she enjoys working on her photo blog or DJing. Skipper has undergone significant changes in her appearance, originally designed as an 8-year-old but later transformed into a teenager. She has also been depicted with varying physical attributes, including controversial features such as a "Growing Up Skipper" doll with growable breasts. In recent years, Skipper has been reimagined with a modern, CGI look for the Barbie film series and television adaptations. Her character has evolved to be a technology enthusiast, reflecting a realistic and modern persona. Over the years, various reproductions of the vintage Skipper doll have been released, celebrating her introduction and offering collectors the opportunity to own these special editions. Skipper's portrayal and physical attributes have sparked controversy and undergone notable transformations, contributing to her enduring legacy in popular culture.

Hargrove "Skipper" Bowles Jr. (November 16, 1919 – September 7, 1986) was a prominent American Democratic politician and businessman, hailing from Greensboro, North Carolina. Born in Monroe, North Carolina, he earned the nickname "Skipper" during his time managing the school's football team. Bowles attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he was actively involved in student politics, led a dance band, and was a member of various student organizations. He briefly lived as a roommate of Terry Sanford and left the university to attend an insurance school in Hartford, Connecticut. Bowles served in the United States Army from 1943 to 1945, reaching the rank of corporal.In his business career, Bowles held various leadership positions, including at Thomas & Howard, a wholesale grocer, and later as the chairman of an investment bank. His political career saw him serving as the finance director for Terry Sanford's gubernatorial campaign in 1960. Subsequently, he was appointed as the director of the North Carolina Department of Conservation and Development, where he actively worked to recruit new industries and played a pivotal role in racially integrating the state's park facilities. Bowles was later elected to the North Carolina House of Representatives and the North Carolina Senate.In the 1972 gubernatorial election, Bowles ran for governor, emphasizing his support for expanding the state's community college system and technical education opportunities to strengthen the

Lewis Ray "Skipper" Mullins (April 25, 1946 - May 15, 2020) was a renowned American martial arts fighter known for his exceptional kicking abilities, earning him the title of "the greatest kicker in the history of the U.S. karate scene". Born and raised in Dallas, Texas, Mullins commenced his martial arts journey in 1963 under the tutelage of Allen Steen. He attained his 1st degree black belt in Taekwondo in April 1966 and later became the vice president of Steen's Texas Karate Institute. Mullins also played a vital role as a founding member and director of the Southwest Karate Black Belt Association, later renamed the American Karate Black Belt Association. Throughout his career, he secured seven world titles and was honored with an induction into the Taekwondo Hall of Fame in 2007. Notably, Mullins served as a respected figure in the Dallas Fire Department, dedicating 36 years to the profession. His legacy as a martial arts pioneer and firefighter captain continues to inspire many.

Klemen Andersen "Skipper" Clement (c. 1484 – 9 September 1536) was a Danish merchant, captain, and privateer known for leading a peasant rebellion against the Jutlandish gentry during the Count's Feud, a civil war in Denmark. Born to a farmer family in North Jutland, Clement became a merchant in Aalborg before mutinying and becoming a privateer in 1525. He later allied himself with Christopher of Oldenburg and instigated a peasant uprising against the nobles in Vendsyssel and North Jutland. Although the peasant army initially gained control of northern Jutland, they were ultimately defeated by the forces of King Christian III, leading to the capture and execution of Clement. Despite his tragic end, Clement is revered as a revolutionary figure and a champion for the rights of the common man. His legacy as a local hero in North Jutland is celebrated with a statue erected in his honor. As the last influential peasant rebel in Danish history, he is often compared to historical figures such as Wat Tyler in England and Thomas Müntzer in Germany.