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Angel Reese Gets a Signature Barbie as Mattel and Reebok Release Bayou Barbie Doll

The doll marks Reese’s move from star athlete to mainstream brand figure and signals more commercial releases tied to All‑Star Weekend.

Overview

  • Mattel officially launched the Angel Reese Signature Barbie on Friday with the doll available the same day at Mattel Shop, Target, Walmart and Amazon.
  • The collectible features a pink No. 5 uniform, Reese’s headband and leg sleeve, and a miniature pair of Reebok Angel Reese 1 sneakers created in partnership with Reebok.
  • Reebok announced a full Barbie colorway of the Angel Reese 1 that will go on sale Aug. 3 online and at select retailers, extending the collaboration beyond the toy.
  • Reese promoted the release on her social accounts and appeared at All‑Star Weekend activations in Chicago while her on‑court All‑Star playing status remained uncertain after a recent leg/knee injury.
  • The release makes Reese only the second WNBA player to receive a Barbie and reflects her wider brand work in fashion, endorsements and philanthropy that aims to boost representation and entrepreneurship for young girls.