Happy International Women’s Day! To celebrate this day, we take a look at some kick-ass inspirational female celebrities who are influencing the young ladies of today. #girlpower
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The First Lady of the United States has worked tirelessly during her husband’s presidential term to support and raise awareness for various causes, particularly the arts and education. Plus, she is a total girl boss when it comes to balancing career and family.
Angelina Jolie
Behind-the-scenes of all the Hollywood drama Angelina Jolie has been involved in over the years, she is a passionate UN Goodwill Ambassador (and has been since 2001). She was also an amazing role model and inspiration for cancer sufferers when she underwent a preventative double mastectomy.
Emma Watson
Aside from being the most awesome young witch ever (team Hermione!), Emma Watson does amazing work as a UN Women Goodwill Ambassador and speaks openly (and eloquently) about feminism. Because, “Why is the word such an uncomfortable one?”.
Oprah Winfrey
It goes without saying that Oprah is one of the most influential and inspiring modern-day women. She is a self-made billionaire and gives much of her time and effort to charity, as well as travelling the world as a motivational speaker. Who doesn’t love Oprah?
Victoria Beckham
I mean, we all loved her as a Spice Girl but Victoria Beckham has really come into her own since leaving the group who coined the term ‘girl power’ back in the 90s. Her incredible fashion empire has solidified her status as a respected designer and has proven to women everywhere that hard work pays off!
Lady Gaga
Her stunning performance at the 2016 Oscars proved Gaga is an incredible voice for the youth of today. The artist uses her prominent social media presence to advocate for gay rights, anti-bullying and violence against women.
Madonna
Always reinventing herself, Madonna is a perfect example that persistence, hard work and a little (or a lot of) sass can get you anywhere.
Kathryn Bigelow
She was the first woman ever to win the Oscar for Best Director – talk about a girl boss!
Hilary Clinton
Holding her own in the male-dominated world of American politics, Hillary Clinton is an incredible role model for women.
J.K Rowling
The author of the Harry Potter series has shared her incredible rags to riches story, motivating women everywhere to overcome adversity.
Lena Dunham
This talented writer and actor has inspired girls to embrace their bodies and talents through both her social media presence and her hilarious (and super honest) television series, Girls.
Taylor Swift
Tay Tay is the first woman to win the Grammy Award for Album of the Year twice and commemorates her female friends as much as she does herself. Her charity work is also super impressive and inspiring!
