For decades, Mattel has released dozens of Barbie styles, each with unique looks that have evolved over the years since the first Barbie debuted in March 1959. The company made history in 1980 with ...

The doll will feature James’s well-known thick beard and be dressed in a royal blue ... and global head of dolls at Mattel, described Ken as “Barbie’s longtime best friend and supporter”.

Mattel’s first ever Ken doll based on a professional athlete has generated a frenzy of interest both in stores and online since it became available for purchase.

The new Ken doll was created to celebrate the Los Angeles ... The doll will feature James’s well-known thick beard and he will be dressed in a royal blue varsity jacket donning his initials ...