{"product_id":"barbie-signature-inspiring-women-opal-lee-collectible-doll_aec-mtlbjjx60","title":"Barbie Signature Inspiring Women: Opal Lee Collectible Doll","description":"\u003ch3\u003eSummary:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis collectible Barbie doll honors Opal Lee, a retired teacher, counselor, and social impact leader who was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2024 for her work in making Juneteenth a federal holiday. In dedicating her life to community advocacy and historical preservation, she persistently demonstrates what’s possible when one uses their voice to inspire change.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis Barbie Inspiring Women doll honors Opal Lee, the “Grandmother of Juneteenth.” She has dedicated her life to advocating for positive change as a teacher, counselor, and community activist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAt the age of 89, Opal Lee walked hundreds of miles to Washington, D.C. to petition lawmakers to make Juneteenth a national holiday. In 2021, her dream became a reality when legislation was passed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvery Juneteenth she continues to host a 2.5 mile walk to commemorate the 2.5 years it took for news and enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation to reach the enslaved people in Texas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFittingly, her Barbie doll wears a blue Unity Unlimited Opal’s Walk For Freedom t-shirt. Glasses, white pants, and sneakers complete the civil rights advocate’s look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpal Lee has been a changemaker in historical preservation and community advocacy, and in 2024 was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom for her work in making Juneteenth a federal holiday.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Opal Lee Barbie Inspiring Women doll comes in displayable packaging and makes for a meaningful gift to be cherished for years to come.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDoll Designer: Carlyle Nuera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackaging Designer: Vicky Gevorkyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLabel: Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFace Sculpt: Asha\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody Type: Articulated curvy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIncludes Barbie doll, doll stand, and Certificate of Authenticity.\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAges 6Y+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDoll stand included. Doll cannot stand alone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubject to availability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColors and decorations may vary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Mattel","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49122276344116,"sku":"MTLBJJX60","price":53.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0790\/7436\/1652\/files\/4472394-3526016.jpg?v=1780505105","url":"https:\/\/www.fye.com\/products\/barbie-signature-inspiring-women-opal-lee-collectible-doll_aec-mtlbjjx60","provider":"FYE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}