A new doll is making its way to the Barbie lineup, but not all fans are pleased with its physique.

On Monday, Oct. 6, Mattel announced the launch of a brand new Barbie doll modeled after U.S. Olympic rugby medalist Ilona Maher . The 29-year-old rugby star, social media personality and body positivity advocate, took home a bronze medal with the U.S. rugby team at the 2024 Paris Olympics .

"Being part of Team Barbie is about showing girls that confidence isn’t something to shy away from, but something to own," Maher said in a Mattel news release. "I’m honored to use my platform to empower the next generation to find that spark of confidence within themselves and let it drive them toward unlocking their limitless possibilities."

Mattel created an entirely new body sculpt for Ma

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