Iconic actress Helen Mirren is now immortalized in plastic as she receives her very own Barbie doll, complete with a miniature Oscar. The 78-year-old actress expressed her excitement and gratitude for being chosen as a role model by Barbie, adding this accomplishment to her list of achievements that includes winning an Oscar and being appointed Dame of the British Empire. The Barbie doll is dressed in a blue gown with hair dyed to match, replicating one of Mirren’s favorite red-carpet looks. The doll was released just in time for Barbie’s 65th anniversary on March 9.
Mattel’s brand-new doll featuring Helen Mirren is part of a collection that also includes dolls honoring Viola Davis, Shania Twain, and other inspiring women. Mattel’s Senior Vice President expressed that Barbie’s legacy is not just about the doll itself but about the countless young girls she has inspired to dream big.
Mattel has a history of creating special dolls for various occasions, with previous releases including a Queen Elizabeth II doll and a doll of Anna May Wong in honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. The release of Helen Mirren’s Barbie doll has generated excitement and celebration as fans of the legendary actress can now own a miniature version of the iconic star.
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