Lady Power! Actress Doppelgangers Take Flight in Today's Crossword

Crossword Puzzle Inspired by a Trip to the Zoo - Constructors Shannon and Will found inspiration for the puzzle "Ladybird" during a visit to the zoo.

Limited Theme Set - The original theme included "JAY PHAROAH" but was changed to focus on female names - "Ladybird".

Lil AVC X: Home for Fun and Innovative Puzzles - Shannon and Will edit for Lil AVC X, an indie crossword organization known for its puzzles.

Midwest Crossword Tournament Announced - The first Midwest Crossword Tournament will be held in Chicago this October, co-directed by Sally and Shannon.

Kimberly Akimbo: A Tony Award Winning Musical - The answer "TESORI" refers to Jeanine Tesori, the composer of the award-winning musical "Kimberly Akimbo".

Ice Spice Makes her Debut - Rapper Ice Spice's genre "RAP" is clued in the puzzle.

Dove Cameron Plays Double Duty - The actress played both lead roles in the Disney series "Liv & Maddie".

Irish and Pansexual Representation in the Crossword - "IRISH" and "PAN" are some of the interesting answers found in the puzzle.

Celebrating Female Sleuths - Nancy Drew and Harriet the Spy are mentioned with the clue "SLEUTH".

Missed Opportunity? Robin Wright's Buttercup Omitted - The clue for "ROBIN WRIGHT" mentions her role in House of Cards but misses the iconic Princess Bride character Buttercup.