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The Barbie 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. Despite facing gender pay discrimination throughout her tennis career, Venus Williams was committed to achieving more success both on and off the court. She demanded equal prize money for the women's tennis tournament champion as for the men. Sculpted to her likeness and wearing her 2007 tournament tennis uniform, including a visor, tennis racket, & tennis ball, this collectible Barbie doll honors the world champion tennis player & advocate. Includes doll stand and Certificate of Authenticity.
The Barbie Inspiring Women series pays homage to courageous women who paved the way for generations of girls to dream bigger than ever before. It proudly honors the gender equality advocate and tennis champion, Venus Williams, as its next addition.
Raised in Compton, California, Venus Williams fell in love with tennis after being introduced by her father. She secured her first major tournament title and was committed to achieving more, both on and off the court.
Venus addressed the tennis committee, demanding equal prize money for the women's tournament champion as for the men. After her match in 2007, Williams became a five-time champion, secured equal prize money, and emerged as a strong advocate for gender equality.
Girls need more role models like Venus Williams, because imagining they can be anything is just the beginning. Actually seeing that they can makes all the difference.
The Venus Williams Barbie Inspiring Women doll comes in displayable packaging, making her a wonderful gift for collectors and children ages 6 years old and up.