Every time I get sad that I wasn’t old enough to enjoy Michael Jordan’s reign of terror on the Chicago Bulls in the ’90s (both times), I get happy again remembering I was alive for LeBron James’ Cavs, Heat, and Lakers era. (Aht, aht, that was not an invitation to start the ring discourse, pal! Put the ESPN stats down). LeBron, Bron Bron, or King James, if you’re nasty, is one of the greatest athletes ever, let alone in the NBA. The man is a baller, a shoe designer, an actor/producer multi-hyphenate, and several accidental memes. Now, most cutesy of all, LeBron James is a Barbie! Here are the kenergetic details.
LeBron James Barbie: Kenbassadors Doll Details
LeBron James Kenbassador Doll: Description, Accessories
LeBron’s Barbie is a Kenbassador, which means he’s styled like the real LBJ with a “Ken Tall” body type (lol, I can’t wait for the first Ken Short King to make history next). Mini LeBron rocks a letterman jacket, snapback, Lebron James Family Foundation tee, and Nikes. Plus, it even comes with sunglasses, headphones (that resemble his favorite Beats), and a demure amount of bling. The doll cannot stand on its own, so it comes with a Barbie stand to display the collectible.
Why is LeBron becoming a Barbie?
LeBron’s creation by Mattel is the first doll of many to come in the Barbie Signature Kenbassadors Collection, which “celebrates influential Ken figures who are creating positive change and contributing to a better world for all.” Mattel is starting this series by shouting out the Olympic athlete for his work as “an activist, philanthropist, and champion for others both on and off the court,” as well as being “a changemaker and tastemaker,” duh!
The doll is an iconic step by Mattel to further its mission of celebrating Black Barbies. Yes, POC kiddos and boys should get to see themselves as dolls, too!
When will the LeBron James Barbie be available?
According to Mattel, the Kenbassadors Doll will drop on April 14, 2025, at midnight PST. You can sign up for a notification reminder on their website.
Where can you buy the LeBron James Barbie?
The LeBron James Ken Doll will become available online at Mattel, Target, Amazon, and Walmart. The doll will also be available for purchase IRL at select Target stores.
How much does LeBron James’ Barbie cost?
The limited edition Ken Doll will cost $75 at most retailers, though you may be able to find a deal the longer you wait at secondary retailers, like Amazon or Walmart, or when the doll eventually hits resellers like eBay.
