Mattel Celebrates Rita Moreno With New Barbie in Her Honor

Rita Moreno is now a Barbie girl.

The EGOT winner recently became the latest Latina artist honored with a Barbie doll. Turns out Mattel is celebrating the Puerto Rican icon before her 93rd birthday on December 11. On November 20, the doll became part of the Barbie Tribute Collection, paying homage to the barriers Moreno overcame on her path to stardom. Previous honorees include Vera Wang, Laverne Cox, and Lucille Ball.

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Inspired by the West Side Story actress’s most famous red carpet moments, the doll sports a stunning, elegant black and gold gown with a strapless sweetheart neckline and a long skirt with gorgeous metallic designs. The Barbie also has opera gloves, classic heels, a sleek up-do with bangs, a golden hairpin, and statement earrings.

“I was a girl who decided to go for it, and despite the challenges I faced, I never gave up on my dreams,” Moreno said in a statement to Mattel. That’s what I hope this doll inspires in each and every girl today: to live their life with courage and resilience so that they can make their dreams a reality.”

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Adding, “It’s been an absolute pleasure to work with Barbie to bring this doll to life, and I hope it serves as a reminder to embrace your limitless possibilities and pursue your passions because when you embrace them, you’re bound to go far.”

Throughout her career, Moreno has used her voice to uplift Latinos and their stories. In addition to her artistic pursuits, she is the National Honorary Chair of the Latinas & Power Corp. Advisory Council, guiding the new Latinas in Leadership Institute.

You can buy the newest Barbie Mattel for $40.

Karol G and Selena Gomez Join Forces for Mental Health

Karol G was Selena Gomez’s special guest once again. This time for the Rare Impact Fund’s benefit gala in Los Angeles.

As part of Gomez’s artistry brand, Rare Beauty, the fund focuses on making mental health more accessible. This year, she invited the Colombian superstar in support of the cause and they shared several special moments together.

 “It’s not only about creating music but about using our voices for things that truly matter,” the Bichota shared on the red carpet, where both artists hugged.

Selena Gomez hosted the star-studded gala focused on supporting youth’s mental health

On October 24, Selena Gomez brought together many Hollywood A-Listers to make an impact on mental health for youth. This was the fund’s second year hosting the fundraiser. Celebrities like Billy Crudup, athletes like Whitney Simmons, and musical artists like Karol G and Teddy Swims attended the gala.

“This non-traditional, cocktail style fundraiser welcomes a global community of mental health partners and guests, ranging from entertainment and business executives to celebrity friends and philanthropists, for an inspiring night of impact, food, drinks, entertainment, and a live auction,” the Rare Impact Fund posted on their website.

The “Only Murders in the Building” star also shared her gratitude for everyone’s contributions to her cause on Instagram.

“What a wonderful night! I was honored to host the annual Rare Impact Fund Benefit yesterday for the second year in LA,” she wrote. “This is the reason why @rarebeauty has changed my life but millions of others through work we all have done together. I have so much gratitude for those who came, listened and contributed!”

The Rare Impact fund was founded in 2020 by Gomez with the purpose of raising $100 million globally to support youth mental health.