For more than six decades, Barbie has been a renowned symbol of culture, achieving worldwide recognition as an iconic toy with sales of over a billion dolls. Directed by the award-winning Greta Gerwig, the first cinematic adaptation of the Barbie franchise features an all-star cast.
The movie was a massive success and has earned over $1 billion in global box office collections. It became the highest-grossing Warner Bros. movie in over 100 years of its history. The credit all goes to the brilliant team and the cast and crew behind the massive global success of Barbie.
Today, we’ll take a look at the cast of the global hit movie by ranking them according to their age.
Barbie Cast Ranked From Oldest To Youngest
10. Helen Mirren (78 yrs)
The highly esteemed British actress Helen Mirren has been welcomed to the Barbie cast as the narrator. Mirren, who has won an Oscar, a Tony, and four Emmy Awards, has gained recognition for her portrayals of Elizabeth I, Elizabeth II, and Catherine the Great. Mirren has also been in action films like Excalibur, Red, and the Fast & Furious franchise.
Her remarkable ability to be both dignified and fun-loving on-screen has earned her the admiration of viewers all over the globe, cementing her place as one of the most respected actresses in the industry. She lent her voice as a narrator in the Barbie movie and was also in a post-credit scene that got cut from the movie.
9. Rhea Perlman (75 yrs)
Rhea Perlman, a celebrated comedian, was cast in the role of Ruth Handler, the inventor of Barbie, for the movie. Her most renowned role is of the sharp-tongued Carla in the hit TV show Cheers, which netted her four Emmy Awards over its eleven-year run. She has also been in such films as Sunset Park, Matilda, 10 Items or Less, The Sessions, and I’ll See You in My Dreams.
8. Will Ferrell (56 yrs)
Will Ferrell, a comedic acting icon, joined the Barbie cast as the CEO of Mattel. The Saturday Night Live and Anchorman veteran has been bringing laughter to audiences worldwide with his roles in films such as Elf, Talladega Nights, and Step Brothers. His production company, Gary Sanchez Productions, has created acclaimed series like The Virgin Gary and HBO’s Succession.
7. John Cena (46 yrs)
John Cena, a long-time figure in the world of wrestling, takes on the role of Kenmaid in the hit film Barbie. Cena is no stranger to the world of entertainment, having made a name for himself in comedy films like Trainwreck and Blockers, and providing the voice for the characters in the Transformers spin-off Bumblebee and the animated series Dallas & Robo.
6. Ryan Gosling (42 yrs)
Since his breakout performance in 2004’s The Notebook, Ryan Gosling has become a worldwide sensation and was last seen in Barbie alongside Margot Robbie as the leading Ken. His impressive acting range has been displayed in films such as La La Land, Drive, The Big Short, and Blade Runner 2049.
5. America Ferrera (39 yrs)
America Ferrera is a highly acclaimed actress who has gained fame through her performance in Ugly Betty, which earned her an Emmy and Golden Globe Award. Subsequently, she has had roles in movies such as How to Train Your Dragon and Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants. She was cast as Gloria in Barbie and is also widely recognized for her advocacy for women’s rights and immigration reform.
4. Michael Cera (35 yrs)
Michael Cera is well-known for portraying characters of an awkward teenage nature, and he has added to his repertoire by lending his talents to the cast of Barbie as Allan. He initially gained recognition through cult television series such as Arrested Development and movies like Superbad and Juno.
Cera often collaborates with directors such as Judd Apatow, who uses his quiet and bookish persona to comedic effect. Despite a period of relative obscurity, the actor has enjoyed a big comeback with his part in Barbie.
3. Simu Liu (34 yrs)
Simu Liu rose to prominence as Marvel’s Shang-Chi superhero and ventured into the realm of Barbie, taking up the role of Ken. Before becoming a successful actor, Liu had a difficult start, juggling various jobs. Then, after appearing in the sitcom Kim’s Convenience, he was selected to portray Shang-Chi in 2019’s Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings which amassed a whopping $430 million worldwide.
2. Margot Robbie (33 yrs)
Margot Robbie has earned her place among the A-list since playing the lead in Barbie and has been honored with numerous awards, such as Oscar nominations for I, Tonya, and Bombshell.
Not only is she a superb actress but she has also been featured in a Calvin Klein campaign, made it onto Time’s Most Influential list, and runs her production company, LuckyChap Entertainment. Robbie is one of the most desired actresses in the world and deservedly received a whopping $12.5 Million for her lead role in Barbie.
1. Dua Lipa (28 yrs)
At the tender age of 28, global pop sensation Dua Lipa has already taken the music world by storm. Her 2020 album Future Nostalgia has been a smash success, with hit songs such as Don’t Start Now and Levitating. Her accolades include 3 Grammy Awards, and her record sales have soared to over 75 million worldwide. She made her acting debut in the Barbie movie, playing the role of Mermaid Barbie – making her one of the fastest-rising stars of our time.
