Barbie debuted a new doll in the likeness of LeBron James, honoring the NBA legend as the brand's first "Kenbassador" because of his "positive impact on culture, style and community," Mattel announced Wednesday.

Barbie said the new James doll was made in partnership with the LeBron James Family Foundation, and the toymaker will make a donation to James' nonprofit, which helps students and their families in James' hometown of Akron, Ohio.

Watch out, Ken. LeBron James is moving into the Barbie universe as Mattel prepares to launch a new doll in the likeness of the NBA great. James was chosen as the brand's first "Kenbassador" due to his "positive impact on culture,

LeBron James, one of the most iconic figures in modern sports, has made history once again - this time in the toy aisle. Mattel has announced the release of a new Barbie in Mr James' likeness, making him the first professional male athlete to be honoured as a Ken doll.

Basketball great LeBron James has become the first professional male athlete to have his likeness depicted in a Ken doll, as part of the Kenbassador program.

NBA superstar LeBron James is the first professional athlete to be immortalized as a Ken doll by toy company Mattel. The LeBron James Kenbassador doll, produced in partnership with the LeBron James Family Foundation,