Mattel celebrates Dr. Opal Lee as part of the Inspiring Women collection because her tireless advocacy exemplifies the courage, resilience, and vision that inspire future generations. Her decades-long commitment to recognizing Juneteenth as a national holiday showed the power of persistence and community leadership in driving social change. Designed by Carlyle Nuera, Barbie honors Dr. Lee. Mattel recognizes the importance of amplifying voices that have shaped American history and continues to encourage progress toward equality and justice for all. In 2021, President Biden signed a bill to make Juneteenth a federal holiday, and in 2024, the activist received the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

Dr. Opal joins a list of women…