Venus Williams now has her own Barbie doll, along with several other famous female athletes.
With four gold medals, Williams is one of the most decorated athletes in Olympic history. She was also the first female player to receive equal prize money at“Throughout my career, I’ve always been driven by the idea of shattering glass ceilings and staying true to myself, and Barbie’s mission couldn’t resonate more deeply with that ethos,” Williams said in a statement.
“Barbie is thrilled to continue the brand’s 65th anniversary celebration by recognizing the impact of sports in fostering self-confidence, ambition, and empowerment among the next generation,” Krista Berger, senior vice president of Barbie and global head of dolls at Mattel, added. “The sports one-of-a-kind role model dolls serve as an embodiment of our shared values of passion, empowerment and individuality.
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