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Barbie Honors Opal Lee, 'Grandmother of Juneteenth,' With Inspiring Women Doll

The tribute recognizes the 99-year-old activist whose decades of walking and advocacy helped make Juneteenth a U.S. holiday in 2021.

Opal Lee to Skip Fort Worth Walk for Freedom and Participate Remotely

Opal Lee, Grandmother of Juneteenth, Recovering Well in Ohio Hospital

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