Fencer Ibtihaj Muhammad has inspired the first ever hijab-wearing Barbie
Toymaker Mattel has introduced its first ever hijabi Barbie, part of the Shero range of dolls that are based on women with inspiring stories. The newest doll is modelled on fencer Ibtihaj Muhammad, the first US Olympian to compete while wearing a hijab.
“Barbie is celebrating Ibtihaj not only for her accolades as an Olympian, but for embracing what makes her stand out,” said Sejal Shah Miller, Barbie’s vice-president of global marketing.
“Ibtihaj is an inspiration to…
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