Kate McKinnon plays Weird Barbie in ‘Barbie’ (2023). The film’s leads are Margot Robbie (Barbie), Ryan Gosling (Ken), and America Ferrera (Gloria).
Main cast
- Barbie (Stereotypical Barbie)Margot RobbieMain
- Ken (Beach Ken)Ryan GoslingMain
- GloriaAmerica FerreraMain
Supporting cast
- Weird BarbieKate McKinnonSupp
- Ken (other Kens)Simu LiuSupp
- Ken (other Kens)Kingsley Ben-AdirSupp
- President BarbieIssa RaeSupp
- Writer BarbieAlexandra ShippSupp
- Doctor BarbieHari NefSupp
- MidgeEmerald FennellSupp
- AllanMichael CeraSupp
- SashaAriana GreenblattSupp
- Mattel CEOWill FerrellSupp
Guest & voice
- Ruth Handler (cameo)Rhea PerlmanGuest
- NarratorHelen MirrenVoice
- Earring Magic KenTom StourtonGuest
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About this cast
Weird Barbie is a pivotal supporting character in Greta Gerwig’s ‘Barbie’ (2023), portrayed by Kate McKinnon. This eccentric, slightly dishevelled doll guides the main Barbie on her journey from Barbie Land to the Real World.
FAQs
Who plays Weird Barbie in Barbie?
Kate McKinnon plays Weird Barbie in the 2023 film ‘Barbie’.
Who plays the main Barbie in Barbie?
Margot Robbie plays the main Barbie (Stereotypical Barbie).
Who plays Ken in Barbie?
Ryan Gosling plays Beach Ken, with additional Kens portrayed by Simu Liu, Kingsley Ben-Adir, and others.
Is Weird Barbie based on a real doll?
Yes, Weird Barbie is inspired by the common play-worn Barbie dolls that children often customise with haircuts and marker drawings.
How many Weird Barbie scenes are there?
Weird Barbie appears in approximately 3 key scenes: her initial introduction, the advice sequence, and the climax.
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