Music
This powerhouse vocalist was the first Black woman to headline Coachella, delivering a performance dubbed "Beychella."
Beyoncé
This actress starred in the 2017 film Wonder Woman, which became a landmark for female-led superhero movies.
Gal Gadot
This tennis star has won 23 Grand Slam singles titles, the most by any player in the Open Era.
Serena Williams
This character, voiced by Scarlett Johansson in Avengers, is a highly skilled spy and a founding member of the Avengers.
Black Widow
This feisty, fearless character from Shrek redefined princess tropes by proving that being an ogre doesn’t diminish her strength or heart.
Princess Fiona
Dubbed the "Queen of Soul," this artist was the first woman inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Aretha Franklin
This comedic actress and producer created Parks and Recreation and co-founded the Smart Girls initiative to empower young women.
Amy Poehler
This American gymnast stunned the world in 2016 by becoming the most decorated gymnast of the year, with four gold medals and a bronze.
Simone Biles
The 2017 blockbuster film about this Amazon warrior princess became a symbol of female empowerment in the superhero genre.
Wonder Woman
This fish helps teach the value of friendship and self-reliance, showing how the disability community can thrive.
Dory
Known for her bold fashion statements and powerful vocals, this artist’s debut single Just Dance catapulted her to global fame.
Lady Gaga
This actress and activist gave a rousing speech about equality at the 2014 UN HeForShe campaign launch.
Emma Watson
This legendary tennis player won the "Battle of the Sexes" match in 1973 and became a pioneer for gender equality in sports.
Billie Jean King
This brainy child prodigy from The Simpsons is known for her passion for social justice and feminism.
Lisa Simpson
As the first Disney princess, this character debuted in 1937 in a groundbreaking animated feature.
Snow White
This legendary Motown artist became a trailblazer with her hits Ain’t No Mountain High Enough and I’m Coming Out.
Diana Ross
Known for her role as the iconic lawyer Elle Woods in Legally Blonde, this actress inspired generations with the message that women can be both fashionable and brilliant.
Reese Witherspoon
In 2017, this race car driver became the first woman to win an IndyCar Series race.
Danica Patrick
Known for her activism, this teacher from Magic School Bus inspired generations of kids to stay curious and engaged with science.
Ms. Frizzle
As the first Disney princess inspired by Native American culture, this character promoted themes of environmentalism and understanding in her 1995 film.
Pocahontas
Known for her philanthropy, this artist launched the Happy Hippie Foundation to support LGBTQ+ youth and the homeless.
Miley Cyrus
This actress, producer, and UN Goodwill Ambassador starred in Maleficent and is also known for her humanitarian work advocating for refugees and women's rights.
Angelina Jolie
This tennis legend founded the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) in 1973 to fight for equal pay and opportunities.
Billie Jean King
This Earth Kingdom rebel in Avatar: The Last Airbender uses her mastery of metalbending to lead the fight for freedom.
Toph Beifong
This animated heroine sacrificed everything to protect her father by taking his place in the army
Mulan