Venus Williams Honored with Inspiring Barbie Edition

New York, Aug 13 (AP) Venus Williams is being honored with a new Barbie doll, joining the dollmaker’s prestigious Inspiring Women collection. The latest edition, set to be released this Friday, pays tribute to the tennis icon and her advocacy for pay equity in sports. The doll is modeled in the uniform Williams wore during her memorable 2007 Wimbledon victory, marking her fifth grand slam win. This particular victory was historic as it was the first instance where a female champion received equal prize money as her male counterparts at a major tournament. Priced at a suggested retail of $38, the doll is designed to capture Williams’ iconic look, featuring her all-white attire, complemented by a green gem necklace, wristband, racket, and tennis ball. Earlier in May 2024, another Barbie doll inspired by Williams was released, celebrating nine pioneering female athletes as part of Barbie's 65th anniversary celebration. (AP) UNG

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