Celebrities from Meghan Markle to the Kardashians mark International Women's Day

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March 9, 2019 at 6:43 AM

Emma Watson is one of the celebrities marking International Women’s Day. (Image: Emma Watson via Instagram)

It’s International Women’s Day! While we are behind singer Rob Thomas‘s sentiments about the occasion — “Too many women have shaped this world for them to have just a day” (hear, hear!) — we’re still all in when it comes to marking it. So are Hollywood stars, from A to Z.

Too many women have shaped this world for them to have just a day. Let’s rethink this.
— Rob Thomas (@ThisIsRobThomas) March 8, 2019

Social media is the place today for female and male celebrities to recognize and champion women. Females in their families, they work with, they mother, they lost. The touching and inspirational posts run the gamut — inspirational messages (Kathy Griffin), sweet family photos (Kate Hudson) or a full-on family dance party in celebration (Ciara and Russell Wilson, we stan).

Official feminist of the royal family Meghan Markle was out today talking about why it’s important to champion girls, mentioning that she’s been doing it since she was 11, thank you very much.

“If things are wrong and there is a lack of justice, and there is an inequality, then someone needs to say something” — The Duchess of Sussex on #InternationalWomensDay @QueensComTrust #IWD2019 pic.twitter.com/p5Dojn2Upw
— Kensington Palace (@KensingtonRoyal) March 8, 2019

And that message for women to help women is just about everywhere, including on the social pages of Michelle Obama, Jennifer Garner and Jameela Jamil.

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This beautiful smile belongs to Eliakunda Kaaya. I sat down with her and several of her peers for a conversation on girls’ education last fall. Eliakunda comes from a family of nine children in Tanzania. She once said, “My own brothers would say… that it was a waste of time and waste of investment to…[send] me to school, because a woman is meant to be married.” But Eliakunda never believed that. She became the first person in her family to go to high school—and then the first to go to college. After she graduated she became a @ShesTheFirst Fellow and she launched a project called “Her Journey to School,” which builds on her own experience by reaching out to parents about the importance of sending their daughters to school. Eliakunda’s story shows us the power of education—and the promise inside every single girl around the world. #InternationalWomensDay
A post shared by Michelle Obama (@michelleobama) on Mar 8, 2019 at 8:37am PST

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Happy #InternationalWomensDay, today and every day. #alwayshelpasister . 🎨: @libbyvanderploeg
A post shared by Jennifer Garner (@jennifer.garner) on Mar 8, 2019 at 8:27am PST

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Happy International Women’s Day. Here is a clip to remind you to protect yourself and protect each other, because we are still under attack. And to any man watching this, if you’re not oppressing, hurting or shaming any of us, and you’re an ally, then this clip isn’t about you.??
A post shared by Jameela Jamil (@jameelajamilofficial) on Mar 8, 2019 at 9:46am PST

Rose McGowan told her followers to “never doubt your power or your worth.”

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Never doubt your power or your worth. Today is #InternationalWomensDay and we should all celebrate brave women around us and strive to be brave with them today and everyday. #RoseArmy #BRAVE #iwd2019
A post shared by Rose McGowan (@rosemcgowan) on Mar 8, 2019 at 2:12am PST

Shailene Woodley got personal about womanhood — from her shower.

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i started bleeding today. as i contend with the writhing pain in my abdomen , i can’t help but find deep pleasure in knowing it is THIS endurance that has kept this world alive, kept each heart beating. HERES A MOMENT TO CELEBRATE EVERY INCH OF TENDER SKIN , EVERY TASTE OF WET CHEEK , EVERY PERSISTENT DROPLET OF SWEAT for all the women on this planet. thank you for holding the world in your womb. thank you for your water. thank you for your will. my greatest prayer on this day is that we all may find the divine grace of femininity within ourselves , and that women of every generation has the freedom and goddamn human right to celebrate and pleasure their bodies in ways they CHOOSE , and in ways that only bring them extreme fulfillment. #internationalwomensday
A post shared by shailene woodley (@shailenewoodley) on Mar 8, 2019 at 11:42am PST

Kathy Griffin reminded her followers they they can do anything they desire if they are “committed and passionate.”

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For #internationalwomensday, I wanted to remind my young female followers that you can do anything you desire if you’re committed and passionate. I made a decision last year to create a comedy concert film, using my own funds and resources. Through a lot of hard work, late nights, and loving support from family & friends, I am able to present my proudest creative achievement at @sxsw next week. Thank you to the men and WOMEN that have always showed up and showed me love. I’ll never forget it. Here’s to the next chapter! #AHellofaStory
A post shared by Kathy Griffin (@kathygriffin) on Mar 8, 2019 at 8:35am PST

Lena Waithe reminded her followers that her pronouns are “she & her.”

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My pronouns are She & Her. #happyinternationalwomensday 📸: @gizellehernandez
A post shared by Lena Waithe (@lenawaithe) on Mar 8, 2019 at 10:15am PST

Feminist extraordinaire Emma Watson encouraged all methods of celebration of the day, including “marching, dancing, rising, resisting, protesting, striking [and] uniting.”

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Whether you’re 🥁marching, 💃🏻dancing, 🌹rising, ?🏻resisting, 💥protesting, 🚫striking, ??uniting or 🎈celebrating, wishing you all a wonderful #internationalwomensday! 🥰 #IWD2019 #joyfulwarriors
A post shared by Emma Watson (@emmawatson) on Mar 7, 2019 at 11:05pm PST

Julianne Moore shared a quote from The Big Lebowski: “My art has been commended as being strongly vaginal which bothers some men. The word itself makes some men uncomfortable. Vagina.”

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Happy #internationalwomensday
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Debra Messing shared … cupcakes.

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Happy International Women’s Day! Powerful, beautiful, and sweet. 🌸 (image by @therealaliwentworth ).
A post shared by Debra Messing (@therealdebramessing) on Mar 8, 2019 at 11:14am PST

Here are some of the mini feminists celebrating, including Kate Hudson and Hilary Duff‘s new additions:

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Happy happy #INTERNATIONALWOMENSDAY 💕
A post shared by Kate Hudson (@katehudson) on Mar 8, 2019 at 7:55am PST

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Look at this little but mighty lady 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻 Who run the world???!!! GIRLS! #happyinternationalwomensday Never settle for less, know your worth, and BE BOLD! We make it allll happen and nobody better forget it!!!!!! 💃🏼💃🏿💃🏼💃🏽💃🏻💃🏽💃💃🏿
A post shared by Hilary Duff (@hilaryduff) on Mar 8, 2019 at 9:26am PST

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Happy International Women’s Day! 💪🏻💪! 💪🏾💪🏼! Looking forward to.a. Beautiful Future for Every female on this planet! 🌎🌍🌏 We deserve it! #globalfamily #female #women #future. @saramariezam
A post shared by Madonna (@madonna) on Mar 8, 2019 at 10:47am PST

And a soon-to-be mini feminist — on the way from Amy Schumer.

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#happyinternationalwomensday ALL DAY!
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Indeed, all ages are being represented. See: Courteney Cox’s sweet mama, Madonna’s dancing eldest daughter and more.

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In honor of International Women’s Day, I want to acknowledge the original badass woman in my life…my mom! Here’s to all the amazing women out there blazing trails and paving the way for the next generation of powerful women. #iwd2019
A post shared by Courteney Cox (@courteneycoxofficial) on Mar 8, 2019 at 9:49am PST

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Happy International Women’s day to the most inspiring woman I know……………..?? #lola. #daughter #dance #first. #love
A post shared by Madonna (@madonna) on Mar 8, 2019 at 11:55am PST

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Happy Women’s Day to you beauties all over the world! 💜??💕Especially to my beautiful mommy and sister! 💋
A post shared by Lindsay Lohan (@lindsaylohan) on Mar 8, 2019 at 7:28am PST

Stars showed love for their female colleagues — current and past. (We always love a Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants reunion.)

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Happy #internationalwomensday from the @abcmodernfam Women! So grateful to have spent the last 10 years working with these funny, smart, beautiful, and STRONG women! Remember your worth. Keep your sisters close. Fight for your rights. And never forget that we can do anything together!
A post shared by Sarah Hyland (@sarahhyland) on Mar 8, 2019 at 7:37am PST

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Today on International Women’s Day, I’m giving a shout out to the women I have been through hell and back with. The women I don’t get to see enough, but when I do, we pick right back up where we left off. The women I have held and the women who have held me, both literally and metaphorically. The women I have acted with, got in fights with, wiped up a dance floor with, cried at each other’s weddings with, kissed each other’s brand new babies with, drank a LOT of wine with, had sleep overs with, had meltdowns with, and had life altering experiences with. Here’s to all the sisterhoods out there, who have done the same for each other. Tag your favorite girlfriends women family in the comments below and tell them why they matter in this world. By doing so you will automatically enter them for a chance to win a personally signed copy of my book, Era Of Ignition, from me. (international shipping included.) #InternationalWomensDay #InternationalSisterhood #EraOfIgnition
A post shared by Amber Tamblyn (@amberrosetamblyn) on Mar 8, 2019 at 11:16am PST

Thank you for your friendship @TaranaBurke.
I’m tagging my work wife @jessicaalba. #SheInspiresMe bc she is unapologetically clear about her dreams & doesn’t compromise her worth. Her work ethic is unmatched & she is as determined as a mother & wife as she is a businesswoman. https://t.co/Svf7KCYIv1
— Gabrielle Union (@itsgabrielleu) March 8, 2019

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Happy IWD from these benches.
A post shared by Jameela Jamil (@jameelajamilofficial) on Mar 8, 2019 at 9:04am PST

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Stand up for each other 🖤#InternationalWomensDay
A post shared by Cindy Crawford (@cindycrawford) on Mar 8, 2019 at 8:25am PST

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#girlpower 🖤💗 ?? #internationalwomensday
A post shared by Claudia Schiffer (@claudiaschiffer) on Mar 8, 2019 at 7:35am PST

And others shared memories of inspiring women they lost.

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Today is my moms birthday. I miss her so much. We used to have the best time on our birthdays. I will celebrate her today by being grateful, happy, silly, and loving. I will tell her grandchildren more amazing stories about her. And I will pray that she checks in on us today and sees how much we love and celebrate her! I love you mom. Happy Birthday! #mom #internationalwomensday
A post shared by Jennifer Love Hewitt (@jenniferlovehewitt) on Mar 8, 2019 at 7:02am PST

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Thinking of my momma. Her spirit. Her heart. Thinking of how vulnerable we are to our surroundings. How we are raised. I think of innocence and na?veté. I think of despite how dark things might be that you can still shine such a light and what a crime it is to ever be so misunderstood. How much that hurts. To be taken for granted. For the people closest to you to not only fail to but refuse to see said light… Sometimes we learn the most important lessons the hard way – through loss and retrospection. If we’re lucky we‘re present and conscious every single day and love our loved ones while we have them. Even though and even when we think they’re wrong. If we’re really lucky we know before it’s too late that being right is inconsequential to the big picture. Love is all that matters. My goodness is that ever true. Love your beautiful mother’s. They really are doing their best. Even if, by your standards, it isn’t good enough. #HappyInternationalWomensDay ?
A post shared by Minka Kelly (@minkakelly) on Mar 8, 2019 at 8:53am PST

This post, from Ciara, made us want to get up and dance.

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Celebrating US! We can do absolutely anything we put our minds to! Ladies let’s Go! #InternationalWomensDay
A post shared by Ciara (@ciara) on Mar 8, 2019 at 7:10am PST

And, yes, the Kardashians marked the day as well.

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My Tribe #happyinternationalwomensday #love
A post shared by Kris Jenner (@krisjenner) on Mar 8, 2019 at 7:41am PST

Some of the best posts, however, are ones shared by men, including Lenny Kravitz, David Beckham, Alec Baldwin and Hugh Jackman.

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#internationalwomensday #iwd2019
A post shared by Lenny Kravitz (@lennykravitz) on Mar 8, 2019 at 10:46am PST

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?? Today we celebrate International Women’s Day .. I’m so blessed to have these amazing women in my life, they inspire me every single day .. Happy International Women’s Day to all the inspirational women around the world ?? #IWD ??
A post shared by David Beckham (@davidbeckham) on Mar 8, 2019 at 12:50am PST

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Here’s to the two most important women in my life! #nationalwomensday #familylove
A post shared by Michael Douglas (@michaelkirkdouglas) on Mar 8, 2019 at 11:59am PST

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It’s Women’s Day. I have a lot to be grateful for.
A post shared by Alec Baldwin (@alecbaldwininsta) on Mar 8, 2019 at 7:37am PST

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Have a great day ladies everywhere! #InternationalWomensDay #PaulMcCartney
A post shared by Paul McCartney (@paulmccartney) on Mar 8, 2019 at 5:04am PST

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Happy International Women’s Day!
A post shared by Will Smith (@willsmith) on Mar 8, 2019 at 11:22am PST

We all know who runs the world! I am grateful for all the strong, brilliant, funny (sometimes sassy) and talented women in my life. #InternationalWomensDay pic.twitter.com/XociCYQqPM
— Hugh Jackman (@RealHughJackman) March 8, 2019

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To the woman who made me (both literally and figuratively)… happy International Women’s day. There have of course been many along the way… but you’re the OG. Thanks mom. ??
A post shared by @ justintheroux on Mar 8, 2019 at 11:02am PST

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International Woman’s day! Thank you to all the strong, beautiful Mothers, Sisters and Daughters of the world. I love you April, Mia, Lola and Nana Gloria!
A post shared by Robin Thicke (@robinthicke) on Mar 8, 2019 at 8:48am PST

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On this #internationalwomensday I celebrate all of the badass women in my life who teach me every day what it means to be strong, independent, nurturing, funny, intellectually superior to me, inquisitive, proud and of course headstrong. To the my mother @susangad who raised me as a single mother, my wife @idadarvish who makes me the best version of myself, my daughters Ava and Izzy who show me the purest depths of joy I have ever experienced, and of course all of the other women in my life and those who have come and gone like my grandmother Evelyn Greenblatt who survived the death camps of Nazi Germany to give life to two generations, thank you.
A post shared by Josh Gad (@joshgad) on Mar 8, 2019 at 6:04am PST

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Happy #InternationalWomensDay! Thankful for all the amazing women in the world and the incredible work you’re doing, especially these days. I’m also thankful I finally have a women-led @marvelstudios movie to show my daughters, #CaptainMarvel. Can’t wait to watch @brielarson kick ass. And one last shout out to my wonderful wife, @sunnyspop_retail and our beautiful daughters. There’s so much to celebrate ?🏻?🏼?🏽?🏾?🏿🚺 #IWD2019
A post shared by Mark Ruffalo (@markruffalo) on Mar 8, 2019 at 7:54am PST

These are a few of the amazing women who have made me who I am…personally, professionally, emotionally, spiritually. I would be half the person (maybe less) that I am today without them. Happy #InternationalWomensDay everyone ?????? pic.twitter.com/RX0fmAvioS
— Mark Ronson (@MarkRonson) March 8, 2019

And here are a bunch more posts from other stars:

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👑👑👑👑👑👑👑👑👑👑👑👑👑👑👑 #rbg #internationalwomensday
A post shared by kristen bell (@kristenanniebell) on Mar 8, 2019 at 10:22am PST

we made this for the dwt and you’ve been asking for it since 🖤 happy international women’s day every day to women of every color, shape, size, sexuality, age, religion, trans, cis, and all who identify ! u are everything and i’m proud of u everyday. female by @HANNAHLUXDAVIS 🌫 pic.twitter.com/pQkNiPSU3d
— Ariana Grande (@ArianaGrande) March 8, 2019

.@momgerm! I celebrate and honor her for #InternationalWomensDay (and every day) for helping me lead @BTWFoundation to create a movement to increase awareness around mental wellness and decrease stigma through programs like #teenMHFA 💝 Who do YOU celebrate? #SheInspiresMe https://t.co/BstS49NVCS
— Lady Gaga (@ladygaga) March 8, 2019

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Happy #IWD2019! @unwomen @chimamanda_adichie @clarewaightkeller @givenchyofficial
A post shared by Anne Hathaway (@annehathaway) on Mar 8, 2019 at 8:09am PST

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On #internationalwomensday I’m grateful to all the wonderful women in my life, including all of you! Thank you for inspiring me every day. We are stronger together and let’s all keep working to ensure that every girl lives in a world where she’s able to reach her full potential! 💕💪🏼 #womenrule #womenempowerment #womenshistorymonth #daughters #sisters #mothers
A post shared by Katie Couric (@katiecouric) on Mar 8, 2019 at 9:02am PST

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My Power Vag Pose Vag as in “vagina” Happy #internationalwomensday 💗 🌸 . . . Photography @amandademme For @marieclairemag Makeup @mollygreenwald Hair @dereksyuen Nails @stephstonenails Stylist @j_errico
A post shared by Constance Wu (@constancewu) on Mar 8, 2019 at 7:42am PST

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Happy #InternationalWomensDay 💛
A post shared by Mindy Kaling (@mindykaling) on Mar 8, 2019 at 11:14am PST

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Here’s to strong women. May we know them. May we be them. May we raise them. You and me Ariah? We are in this thing together! Happy #InternationalWomensDay
A post shared by tameramowrytwo (@tameramowrytwo) on Mar 8, 2019 at 10:37am PST

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#internationalwomensday I’m proud to stand next to my fellow girls and women today, and everyday.
A post shared by Sarah Michelle (@sarahmgellar) on Mar 8, 2019 at 11:52am PST

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So pleased my mum and Sandra could be with me on #IWD, two of the most inspiring women I know x Kisses
A post shared by Victoria Beckham (@victoriabeckham) on Mar 8, 2019 at 4:40am PST

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#internationalwomensday 👊👊👊👊👊💗💗💗#dontwakethekids 🤓
A post shared by Lena Headey (@iamlenaheadey) on Mar 7, 2019 at 10:29pm PST

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Happy #internationalwomensday – here’s to strong women everywhere.
A post shared by AWKWAFINA (@awkwafina) on Mar 8, 2019 at 8:16am PST

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“A world without sexism would be a world where hard work, merit and qualifications are put before gender. True partnerships would be present rather than the constrictions of traditional roles. Instead of being put in a box, everyone is on an even playing field and therefore benefits. This is the world in which I want my daughter to thrive.” @glamourmag #internationalwomensday
A post shared by Kate Upton (@kateupton) on Mar 8, 2019 at 11:21am PST

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— Loni Love (@LoniLove) March 8, 2019

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The vibe for today and everyday! Happy #InternationalWomensDay everybody! Keep rollin’ 🤸🏿?♀? Tag a woman who makes your life better (@megabiskate)
A post shared by Padma Lakshmi (@padmalakshmi) on Mar 8, 2019 at 6:51am PST

Happy International Women’s Day 💪🏽 🗣👧🏻👩🏽👱🏽?♀?👩🏿?🦳🧕🏼👩🏾?🦱👱🏻?♀?👩🏻?🦱👵🏾👩🏽?🦲👩🏿👧🏽👧🏾👩🏻?🦰👩🏻?🦲🧑🏻🧑🏾🧕🏿🧕🏻👩🏼?🦱👩🏽?🦰👩🏽?🦱👧🏼👵🏻 #InternationalWomensDay2019
— Nathalie Emmanuel (@missnemmanuel) March 8, 2019

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I am so infinitely lucky to meet incredibly strong, inspiring women around the world, through my work with @refugees . Refugee women are determined to rebuild their lives, even in the most challenging situations. I met Sister Angelique whilst I was in DR Congo with @Refugees. This #WomensDay we are celebrating refugee women like Sister Angelique. Her courage and resilience is beyond inspiring. Which inspiring women are you celebrating today? #WithRefugees ? UNHCR / Kate Holt #internationalwomensday
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Respect The Queens🙏🏿 #happyinternationalwomensday
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Today I honor the two amazing female humans that I’m blessed enough to call my daughters… I love you Stella and Hattie beyond words. You are magical passionate driven creatures. The fire that burns so bright in your beautiful little beings is incredibly inspirational and aspirational. I admire both of you and love raising strong empowered women! Always be you! #internationalwomensday
A post shared by Tori Spelling (@torispelling) on Mar 8, 2019 at 9:51am PST

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The Countess of Wessex views the #FearlessGirl statue on International Women’s Day – which was first seen in New York’s Financial District. A copy will be here in London’s Paternoster Square for the next six months. As Chairman of the Women’s Network Forum, The Countess was attending The Market Open Ceremony for #IWD2019 at the London Stock Exchange. Her Royal Highness is the founder and chair of the Women's Network Forum, which provides an opportunity for senior leaders from UK companies to discuss the challenges and issues businesses face in attracting, developing, retaining and advancing women in the workplace. The #FearlessGirl bronze statue by Kristen Visbal, is a symbol of female resilience – and was commissioned to encourage gender diversity in the workplace. #BalanceforBetter #FearlessGirl #internationalwomensday
A post shared by The Royal Family (@theroyalfamily) on Mar 8, 2019 at 2:27am PST

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Happy international women’s day! Thank you mom for being you. I love you!!!!!!!!!! ??
A post shared by Katie Holmes (@katieholmes212) on Mar 8, 2019 at 8:14am PST

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