Sticking true to James' style and likeness, his Ken doll is an inch taller and comes in larger packaging than the standard doll.

LeBron James is making a fashionable entrance into the world of Barbie. On Wednesday, Mattel, the makers of Barbie, in collaboration with the LeBron James Family Foundation, announced that the Los Angeles Lakers star will be the first professional athlete to have a Ken doll released in his likeness.

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LeBron James serves as the inspiration for Barbie’s first installment of the brand’s Kenbassador series, featuring a range of inspiring figures who’ve left an indelible impact on the culture. The Kenbassador initiative celebrates Barbie ’s best friend ahead of Ken’s 65th anniversary in 2026.

LeBron James' Ken doll as part of the 'Kenbassador' series. Associated Press LeBron James is now the 1st professional male athlete to have likeness depicted in a Ken doll. EL SEGUNDO (AP) — Basketball great LeBron James has become the first professional male athlete to have his likeness depicted in a Ken doll.

LeBron James is now the first professional athlete to have his own Ken doll. Barbie manufacturer Mattel unveiled the doll on Wednesday, with James’ first name on the back of a custom blue varsity jacket.