Mattel introduced the first Black Barbie, designed by Kitty Black Perkins. Her box read: “She’s black! She’s beautiful! She’s dynamite!” By 1985, Barbie had entered the male-dominated ...

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 ...

Barbie manufacturer, Mattel, has named LA Lakers basketball legend LeBron James as its first-ever 'Kenbassador'. James’ Ken doll will be part of Mattel’s Barbie Signature Kenbassadors ...

LeBron James has made history as Mattel’s first male “Kenbassador,” becoming the first male athlete featured in a Barbie set. Priced at $75, the collectible doll has already seen pre-sale ...