The first female U.S. Supreme Court Justice was Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Nominated by President Bill Clinton, she took her seat on the Court on August 10, 1993. Ginsburg was a pioneering advocate for gender equality and women's rights, both in her legal career and during her time on the Supreme Court. Her work included significant contributions to landmark cases that advanced gender discrimination laws. Ginsburg's legacy includes not only her judicial opinions but also her influence as a cultural icon and advocate for social justice.