Thu Mar 06 04:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Mattel Honors Female Friendships with Unique Barbie Dolls
**NEW YORK —** Mattel has unveiled eight one-of-a-kind Barbie dolls celebrating the power of female friendship in time for International Women’s Day. These unique dolls, part of Barbie’s Role Model series, showcase four inspiring pairs of women who have forged strong bonds. The dolls are not for sale.
The duos honored include:
* **Olympic gymnasts Jordan Chiles and Jade Carey:** Both members of the gold-medal winning U.S. team at the 2024 Paris Olympics, these athletes embody perseverance and teamwork.
* **British actors Hannah Waddingham and Juno Temple:** Known for their roles in Apple TV’s “Ted Lasso,” Waddingham and Temple exemplify a close friendship forged on the set.
* **Tennis champions Evonne Goolagong Cawley and Ashleigh Barty:** These Australian legends, who both won the Australian Open, share a deep mentor-mentee relationship.
* **Brazilian disability advocates Paola Antonini and Kelen Ferreira:** Antonini and Ferreira bonded over their experiences overcoming significant physical challenges and now work to support others.
These one-of-a-kind dolls are not available for purchase but serve as a powerful symbol of female empowerment and the significance of supportive relationships. The initiative aims to inspire girls worldwide to celebrate friendship and strive for their dreams.
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