Date Posted: Wednesday 7th March 2018
Barbie has honoured two-time Olympic gold medallist boxing champion Nicola Adams OBE, unveiling a one-of-a-kind ‘Shero' Barbie doll in her likeness for International Women’s Day this Thursday. The first ever boxer Barbie comes complete with miniature boxing gloves, boxing gear emblazoned with her trademark ‘Lioness’ nickname, and Nicola’s distinctive hairstyle. Nicola is the 15th Barbie 'Shero' - joining a list including director Ava DuVernay, gymnast Gabby Douglas and American fencer Ibtihaj Muhammad.