Laverne Cox is a Barbie girl in a Barbie world.
Toy manufacturer, Mattel, has launched a doll in the actor's likeness as part of the Barbie Tribute Collection in honour of her impact as an advocate for LGBTQ+ rights.
Cox, who turns 50 on Sunday, told People that inspiring a doll in Mattel's legendary line-up feels "surreal."
"I can't believe it. I love her outfit," Cox said. "What excites me most about her being out in the world is that trans young people can see her and maybe get to purchase her and play with her, and know that there's a Barbie made by Mattel, for the first time, in the likeness of a trans person."
Speaking to E! News about the doll's launch, Cox said: "I am the first transgender person to have a Barbie created in their image."
Cox also shared her involvement in designing the doll, revealing the clever way she was able to give the doll outfit changes while still making it affordable.
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