Overview

• Mattel is releasing an Anna May Wong doll as part of its Barbie Inspiring Women series to honor Wong's legacy as a pioneer for Asian Americans in film.
• The new doll captures Wong's signature style and pays tribute to her trailblazing spirit in overcoming racism and stereotyping to become the first major Chinese American film star.
• Wong's niece Anna Wong worked closely with Mattel to help create an authentic likeness of her aunt and share details of her life.
• The Anna May Wong doll comes with a donation from Barbie to Asian American LEAD, a nonprofit that supports underserved Asian American and Pacific Islander youth.
• Wong is remembered for fighting against stereotypical roles for Asian actors in Hollywood and achieving international fame, appearing in over 60 films between 1919 to 1960.