Dame Helen Mirren has been immortalized in Barbie form, complete with her very own Oscar. The unique doll showcases the esteemed actress in the attire she donned at the Cannes film festival last year - a stunning cornflower blue gown by Del Core, complemented by matching blue hair. The doll also features accessories such as a blue fan and a miniature Oscars statue, paying homage to the Academy Award she clinched for her role in The Queen in 2007.
Expressing her delight, Dame Helen remarked, 'I am absolutely blown away by my Barbie. To be selected by Barbie as a role model is a tremendous honor, something I never envisioned happening to me at this stage in my life. It's a very special moment that I can cherish alongside my other achievements like being a Dame of the British Empire, winning an Oscar, and having a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame - now, I can add having my own Barbie to that list.'
The attention to detail in the doll's design left Dame Helen in awe. She expressed her fondness for the doll wearing one of her favorite red carpet ensembles and the excitement of sporting blue hair for the first time. Embracing theatrical fashion and the joy it brings, she emphasized that fashion should be ageless. The inclusion of a miniature Oscar with the doll was the perfect finishing touch for Dame Helen.
At 78, Dame Helen has been recognized as a UK role model by Mattel, the creator of Barbie, as part of the brand's celebration of female storytellers leading up to the doll's 65th anniversary on March 9. Reflecting on the importance of storytelling, Dame Helen highlighted the significance of narrating stories that encompass the entirety of humanity, not just focusing on youth or specific narratives.
Known for her iconic roles in Prime Suspect, The Cook, The Thief, His Wife & Her Lover, Gosford Park, and Red, Dame Helen continues to captivate audiences. She is set to star alongside Harrison Ford in the upcoming Yellowstone TV spin-off, 1923.
