now has a new . The 2023 LSU national champion and Atlanta Dream All-Star forward released the figure on Friday at the start of the 2026 in Chicago.
The relationship between Barbie and Reese goes back to her days at LSU. As the star forward grew in national prominence, she got the nickname “Bayou Barbie.”
Mattel announced the collaboration with Reese includes a customized pair of her Angel Reese 1 Reebok basketball shoes.
On Aug. 3, the Dream are hosting a Barbie Game Day night at State Farm Arena against the Las Vegas Aces. The first 10,000 fans in attendance will receive rally towels, and the organization offered different ticket packages that let select fans also receive a Barbie headband, bag, or Reese Barbie-themed jersey.
“From her on-court achievements and entrepreneurial leadership to her tireless advocacy for girls, Angel Reese is helping children see that confidence, ambition, and resilience can open countless doors,” Nathan Baynard, Vice President and Head of Barbie, . “We're proud to honor her through our Barbie Signature doll and collaboration with Reebok, giving fans new ways to celebrate Angel and all she represents.”
Reese, who will appear in her third WNBA All-Star Game in as many years as she’s been in the league on at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, expressed her gratitude for the doll.
“Having my own Barbie doll is a true dream come true for me,” Reese said. “It’s such an incredible honor because it's about showing girls that there are no limits to what they can achieve. I've never let anyone else define what's possible for me, and every challenge I’ve faced has only made me stronger. I hope this doll reminds girls to be unapologetically themselves, embrace every part of who they are, and go after their dreams with confidence.”
Reese is averaging 15.4 points, 11.5 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 1.7 steals in her first season with the Atlanta Dream, who are No. 6 in the WNBA standings at 16-10.