This Day in History:, The Barbie Doll
Makes Its Debut.
March 9, 1959.
The 11-inch doll was
introduced to the world
at the American Toy Fair.
Barbie was the
brainchild of Mattel, Inc.
cofounder, Ruth Handler.
Handler based
Barbie on the German
comic strip character Lilli.
She named the toy after
her daughter Barbara, whose favorite
toys were the inspiration for Barbie.
Mattel created the first
television commercial for
children to advertise the doll.
Since its creation,
Barbie has been both an
inspiration and a controversial figure.
The doll has been praised
as a role model for young girls,
while also criticized for its perceived materialism
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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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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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Kristen Stewart appeared on a recent episode of the 'Not Skinny But Not Fat' podcast and noted that making a superhero movie "sounds like a fucking nightmare, actually" but would star in one if director Greta Gerwig was involved.
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America Ferrera shares what her younger self would think of being nominated, wishing she had the confidence she had at 17, working with Greta Gerwig and more at the 2024 Oscars.
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A fake 'James Bond' trailer starring Henry Cavill has racked up millions of views online. The fake trailer introduces Cavill as the new Bond using a mix of footage from other movies and AI. It also ambitiously casts Margot Robbie as a Bond girl. So far the wannabe trailer featuring Cavill and Robbie has generated 2.3 million viewers, presumably driven by a mix of fans enjoying it as a "what-if" effort along with some people being fooled by it.
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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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From Emily Blunt's much-discussed Schiaparelli gown to Lily Gladstone's Gucci and Joe Big Mountain collaboration, Jenna Lyons and HauteLeMode's Luke Meagher reveal their favorite Oscars red carpet looks with The Hollywood Reporter.
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Get ready to return to Middle-earth this summer. 'The Lord of the Rings' trilogy is headed back to theaters. Warner Bros. and Fathom Events are teaming up to rerelease the Oscar-winning fantasy blockbusters. The versions screened will be Peter Jackson's extended editions, as well as the versions that the filmmaker remastered in 2020 for a 4K Ultra HD rerelease. This is the first time the remastered films will be in theaters.
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This Day in History: , Prince Dies.
April 21, 2016.
The iconic musician, 57,
was found dead at his estate,
Paisley Park, in Minnesota.
Prince had overdosed on fentanyl.
His death was ruled accidental.
Over the span of four decades,
Prince transcended genre and created
more than 30 albums, his first in 1978 for Warner Bros.
Prince often played all of the
instruments on the album himself.
He was charismatic and electrifying on stage.
His 1984 album 'Purple Rain'
sold 13 million copies. It was number one
on the 'Billboard' 200 chart for 24 consecutive weeks.
He won seven Grammy awards.
His final album was released in 2015,
just months before his death.
Few artists have influenced the sound and trajectory of popular music more distinctly, or touched quite so many people with their talent, President Obama, via History.com
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Warner Bros. has finally dropped the first trailer for the highly anticipated 'Joker' sequel, 'Joker: Folie à Deux.' The studio unveiled the clip while at CinemaCon where theater owners were given a glimpse of Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga together in terrifying action.
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Hailee Steinfeld is set to star opposite Michael B. Jordan in Ryan Coogler's untitled supernatural thriller being made by Warner Bros. Pictures. The buzzy project starts shooting later this month in New Orleans. The cast also includes Wunmi Mosaku, Delroy Lindo and Jack O'Connell, among others.
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Warner Bros.’ all-star 'Barbie' — starring Margot Robbie — will drive into theaters on July 21, 2023, the studio announced at CinemaCon on Tuesday evening.
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