![]() ![]() “As a collector of African American Barbie dolls, I am very disappointed that this doll is not available less than five days being released,” wrote one customer. However, it has already sold out online, with shoppers complaining about the numbers of dolls produced. The Angelou doll will be sold for $29.99 (£22), with a limit of two dolls per person. Mattel said that it was committing to featuring black, indigenous and other women of colour as more than 50% of its dolls, based on global role models. As a writer, author, activist, and teacher, Dr. She used to say, ‘I write from the black perspective, but I aim for the human heart.’” Laverne Cox Barbie Doll Red Tulle Gown, Metallic Bodysuit, Laverne Cox, Hollywood Waves. “Through her words and actions, she developed a unique ability to create deep connections with people around the world. 39.93 Make an offer: Brand New 1 viewed per hour 2 Stock photo Brand new: Lowest price 34.00 + 15.00 Shipping Get it by Mon, Mar 20 - Tue, Mar 21 from San Tan Valley, Arizona New condition No returns, but backed by eBay Money back guarantee Barbie: Inspiring Women - Maya Angelou Doll (GXF46). “My mother was a pioneer and an activist with an invincible spirit for justice,” he said. Maya Angelou, whose numerous awards and accolades include over 50 honorary doctorates and a Presidential Medal of Freedom. “It was a remarkable tribute to her literary legacy and brought worldwide attention to her body of work,” said Mattel.Īngelou’s son, Guy Johnson, told Today he was delighted his mother had been chosen to become a Barbie, adding that he hoped the doll would “inspire new generations of teachers, writers and activists”. Barbie Mattel Inspiring Women: Maya Angelou Brand: Barbie 4.8 1,086 ratings Barbie honors writer, author, activist, and teacher Dr. It praised her 1969 autobiography I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings as “a gripping account of overcoming adversity in her early life”, and highlighted how, in 1993, she became the first African American and female poet to speak at a US presidential inauguration. ![]() ![]() The Inspiring Women Series pays tribute to incredible heroines of their time courageous women who took risks, changed rules and paved the way for generations of girls to dream bigger than ever before. Mattel described Angelou as a “fitting addition” to the line, which is intended to celebrate “women who took risks, changed rules and paved the way for generations of girls to dream bigger than ever before”. Released: 2021 Discontinued: Ages: 6 years and up Barbie recognizes all female role models. ![]()
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