“I am honored to join forces with Mattel in their visionary efforts to create a better world through play,” said actress and longtime activist Hannah in a news release seemingly issued by the toy company.
As reported in outlets from the Washington Times (since removed) to People. “Barbie has changed in many ways since I was a girl, but under the surface,she’s still toxic. Now, when she’s done being used, instead of persisting forever as a poison Barbie will be able to return to the earth, just like all living things. I am thrilled to be a part of this exciting journey.
Actress Daryl Hannah starred in a video released on Tuesday where she announced that by 2030, all Mattel toys will be plastic-free, starting with Barbie being made from all compostable materials. To celebrate the environmental commitment, Hannah also said Mattel would release a limited edition line of “EcoWarrior” Barbies, featuring herself and climate activists like Greta Thunberg.
Several news organizations reported on the announcement, which was quickly revealed to be a prank by activist groups Barbie Liberation Organization and Yes Men — as Mattel confirmed the video, along with accompanying press releases and advertisements, were indeed fake.
