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Helen Mirren and Kylie Minogue among those honoured with Barbie likeness

Sky News Tuesday, 5 March 2024
Dame Helen Mirren and Kylie Minogue are among eight women honoured with their own Barbie likenesses ahead of International Women's Day.
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Dame Helen Mirren and Kylie Minogue are among eight famous women who have been honoured with Barbie dolls to mark the beloved toy's 65th anniversary year.

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Helen Mirren Helen Mirren British actor (born 1945)

Barbie’s New Role Model Dolls Are Announced [Video]

Barbie’s New Role Model Dolls Are Announced

Barbie’s New Role Model Dolls Are Announced. In honor of Women's History Month, International Women's Day and Barbie's 65th birthday, . In honor of Women's History Month, International Women's Day and Barbie's 65th birthday, . new dolls are being added to the brand's Role Models collection, CBS News reports. . The one-of-a-kind dolls, which are not for sale, are intended to introduce "girls to remarkable women's stories to show them you can be anything," Mattel said. These women were chosen to be added to the collection:. Viola Davis, The EGOT recipient was also one of 'Time' magazine's most influential people in 2017. Viola Davis, The EGOT recipient was also one of 'Time' magazine's most influential people in 2017. Shania Twain, The five-time Grammy winner is one of the top-selling country-pop artists of all time. Shania Twain, The five-time Grammy winner is one of the top-selling country-pop artists of all time. Helen Mirren, The seasoned actress, who also supports organizations for women and children, served as narrator for last year's box office hit, 'Barbie.'. Helen Mirren, The seasoned actress, who also supports organizations for women and children, served as narrator for last year's box office hit, 'Barbie.'. Kylie Minogue, The two-time Grammy winner has sold over 80 million records worldwide. Kylie Minogue, The two-time Grammy winner has sold over 80 million records worldwide. Other women from around the world who were added to the lineup include Lila Avilés, Maira Gomez, Nicole Fujita and Enissa Amani

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Kylie Minogue Kylie Minogue Australian singer and actress (born 1968)


Barbie (film) Barbie (film) 2023 film by Greta Gerwig

Margot Robbie Following Success of 'Barbie' With 'Monopoly' Movie [Video]

Margot Robbie Following Success of 'Barbie' With 'Monopoly' Movie

Margot Robbie , Following Success of 'Barbie' , With 'Monopoly' Movie. NBC reports that Margot Robbie will soon bring the iconic game 'Monopoly' to the big-screen. . NBC reports that Margot Robbie will soon bring the iconic game 'Monopoly' to the big-screen. . Her company, LuckChap, is producing a live-action film based on the iconic real estate-focused board game along with the game's owner, Hasbro Entertainment. Her company, LuckChap, is producing a live-action film based on the iconic real estate-focused board game along with the game's owner, Hasbro Entertainment. The game is available in over 100 countries and has sold almost half-a-billion copies since its release in 1935. LuckyChap attained blockbuster success with 'Barbie,' which became the highest-grossing movie of 2023, raking in $1.4 billion globally. I could not imagine a better production team for this beloved and iconic brand than LuckyChap. They are exceptional producers who choose their projects with great thought and care, and join Monopoly with a clear point of view. , Adam Fogelson, Lionsgate Motion Picture Group chair, via NBC. We are tremendously excited to be working with the entire LuckyChap team on what we all believe can be their next blockbuster, Adam Fogelson, Lionsgate Motion Picture Group chair, via NBC. Both LuckyChap and Hasbro released statements expressing their excitement for the upcoming project. Monopoly is a top property — pun fully intended. Like all of the best IP, this game has resonated worldwide for generations, and we are so excited to bring this game to life alongside the wonderful teams involved at Lionsgate and Hasbro, LuckyChap statement, via NBC. Monopoly is a top property — pun fully intended. Like all of the best IP, this game has resonated worldwide for generations, and we are so excited to bring this game to life alongside the wonderful teams involved at Lionsgate and Hasbro, LuckyChap statement, via NBC. As one of the most iconic games in the world, Monopoly provides an incredible platform for storytelling opportunities, Zev Foreman, Hasbro Entertainment’s head of film, via NBC. NBC reports that it remains unclear how the filmmakers will weave a narrative around the two-dimensional world of the board game. . NBC reports that it remains unclear how the filmmakers will weave a narrative around the two-dimensional world of the board game.

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Shakira Voices Mixed Feelings About 'Barbie,' Says She and Her Sons Found it "Emasculating" | THR News Video [Video]

Shakira Voices Mixed Feelings About 'Barbie,' Says She and Her Sons Found it "Emasculating" | THR News Video

Shakira says that she and her sons found the 'Barbie' movie "emasculating." The Colombian pop star opened up about finding empowerment after being brought down by heartbreak in a new Allure profile and cover story. When asked her thoughts on Greta Gerwig's blockbuster film, Shakira told Allure, "My sons absolutely hated it. They felt that it was emasculating. And I agree, to a certain extent."

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Oscars Snubs & Surprises: 'Killers of the Flower Moon' Shut Out, 'Barbie' Wins Once & More | THR News Video [Video]

Oscars Snubs & Surprises: 'Killers of the Flower Moon' Shut Out, 'Barbie' Wins Once & More | THR News Video

From Emma Stone's best actress to win to 'Killers of the Flower Moon' and 'Maestro' being completely shut out, The Hollywood Reporter is breaking down all of the 2024 Oscars snubs and surprises.

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Billie Eilish Is Now the Youngest Person to Win 2 Oscars [Video]

Billie Eilish Is Now the Youngest Person to Win 2 Oscars

Billie Eilish , Is Now the Youngest Person , to Win 2 Oscars. Eilish and her brother, Finneas O'Connell, won an Oscar for best original song on March 10. The award for "What Was I Made For?" from 'Barbie' cements a place in history for 22-year-old Eilish. . She is now the youngest person ever to win two Oscars, ABC News reports. . Eilish previously told 'GMA3' that "What Was I Made For?" was greatly influenced by 'Barbie.'. If we hadn’t been shown the movie and talked to Greta about it, we would not have made that song, Billie Eilish, to 'GMA3'. We wouldn’t have known the movie had that gut-wrenching aspect to it, Billie Eilish, to 'GMA3'. Watching it and seeing what it was about and that scene of Barbie sitting at the bus stop and there’s that old woman sitting next to her – , Billie Eilish, to 'GMA3'. ... that scene just really got me and it made me [go,] ‘Oh, this is so much more than we all think.’, Billie Eilish, to 'GMA3'. Eilish and Finneas also performed their hit song at the Oscars before Ryan Gosling took to the stage to sing another song from 'Barbie,' "I'm Just Ken.". Eilish and Finneas also performed their hit song at the Oscars before Ryan Gosling took to the stage to sing another song from 'Barbie,' "I'm Just Ken.". The siblings were awarded their first Oscar as a duo in 2022 for "No Time to Die."

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Red Carpet Fashion at the 2024 Oscars [Video]

Red Carpet Fashion at the 2024 Oscars

Red Carpet Fashion , at the 2024 Oscars. Red Carpet Fashion , at the 2024 Oscars. The 96th Academy Awards took place on March 10. The 96th Academy Awards took place on March 10. Here's a look at what stars wore to the event:. Here's a look at what stars wore to the event:. Cynthia Erivo, The 'Wicked' star stunned in a green frilly dress. Ariana Grande, Grande turned heads in a pink puffy gown. Michelle Yeoh, 'The Brothers Sun' actress sparkled in silver. Cillian Murphy, The 'Oppenheimer' actor looked dapper in a black suit and bowtie. . Florence Pugh, Pugh stunned in a silver gown. Da'Vine Joy Randolph, 'The Holdovers' star looked radiant in a shimmering blue gown. Sandra Hüller, The 'Anatomy of a Fall' actress stood out in a black gown with pointed shoulders. Zendaya, The 'Dune' star rocked a pink dress with palm leaves. America Ferrera, The 'Barbie' actress was mesmerizing in her shiny pink gown. Danielle Brooks, 'The Color Purple' star commanded attention in a strapless corset black gown. Ryan Gosling, The 'Barbie' actor wore a black suit with silver trim. Billie Eilish, The singer wore a white shirt with a blazer, paired with a tweed skirt and white socks.

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International Women's Day International Women's Day Holiday to promote women's rights worldwide

The Labor Origins of Women’s History Month: Explained [Video]

The Labor Origins of Women’s History Month: Explained

The Labor Origins of, Women's History Month:, Explained. Though women should be celebrated every day, March has been designated National Women’s History Month. Here's how March came to be known as Women’s History Month. Women’s History Month was birthed after garment workers in New York City held a massive protest on March 8, 1857. The strike was repeated on the same date in 1908 and throughout the year, which led to March 8 being named International Women’s Day. In 1978, activist Molly Murphy MacGregor instituted a local “women's history week” in Sonoma, California. It was recognized nationally on a year-to-year basis in 1980 by President Jimmy Carter. By 1986, 14 states recognized March as Women’s History Month, as a result of the hard work of The National Women's History Project. A year later, in 1987, the entire nation began celebrating National Women's Day in March

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International Women’s Day: What Women Want [Video]

International Women’s Day: What Women Want

Gender biases against women can take many forms; and still exist all over the world. Some women are taking the lead in change to inspire others, but there is much more progress to be made.

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International Women's Day 2024: Meghan Markle Condemns Social Media Trolling | Oneindia News [Video]

International Women's Day 2024: Meghan Markle Condemns Social Media Trolling | Oneindia News

Former member of the UK royal family, Meghan Markle, speaks out against the dehumanizing effects of online interactions. Join us as we delve into Markle's powerful message addressing the rampant social media trolling and the urgent need to reclaim our humanity in the digital age. #InternationalWomensDay #WomensDay #WomensDay2024 #MeghanMarkle #SocialMedia #SocialMediaTrolling #Trolling #OneindiaNews ~PR.274~ED.103~GR.125~HT.96~

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Women worldwide participated in International Women's Day participating in strikes and demonstration [Video]

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On Friday, women worldwide participated in International Women's Day, participating in strikes, marches, and demonstrations, highlighting endeavors to combat discrimination and expedite progress towards gender equality.

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International Women's Day: Afghan women's rights under assault under Taliban [Video]

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