Sam Thompson transforms into a real life KEN DOLL to celebrate the toy’s 60th anniversary

Sam Thompson has transformed into a real life Ken doll to celebrate the iconic toy’s 60th anniversary.

The TV personality, 28, looked almost unrecognisable as he modelled a series of iconic looks from over the years.

Ken, who is a sidekick to the Barbie doll, first hit toy shops on March 11 1961 for $3.50 (£2.50), and has continued to be a popular toy choice.

Come on, Barbie, let’s go party! Sam Thompson has transformed into a real life Ken doll to celebrate the iconic toy’s 60th anniversary (pictured as 1991 ‘Totally Hair Ken’)

Sam decided to recreate a look from each iconic era as he travelled through time from the 60s to the 90s.

For his first look, the Made In Chelsea star transformed into the 1962 ‘Original Ken – Cool!’ as he went shirtless in a pair of red swimming shorts with a loose-fitting shirt over the top.

In the second ensemble, Sam replicated the 1972 ‘Mod Hair Ken’ with a brown glossy wig, white polo neck jumper, a chequered blazer and brown corduroy trousers.

For the reality star’s third look, he opted for the 1978 ‘Superstar Ken – Disco baby!’ with a fabulous navy blue jumpsuit and disco ball with Sam even posing in a toy box.

Wow: The TV personality, 28, looked almost unrecognisable as he modelled a series of iconic looks from over the years (pictured as 1978 'Superstar Ken ¿ Disco baby!')

Wow: The TV personality, 28, looked almost unrecognisable as he modelled a series of iconic looks from over the years (pictured as 1978 ‘Superstar Ken – Disco baby!’)

Amazing: Ken, who is a sidekick to the Barbie doll, first hit toy shops on March 11 1961 for $3.50 (£2.50), and has continued to be a popular toy choice (pictured as 1972 'Mod Hair Ken')

Amazing: Ken, who is a sidekick to the Barbie doll, first hit toy shops on March 11 1961 for $3.50 (£2.50), and has continued to be a popular toy choice (pictured as 1972 ‘Mod Hair Ken’) 

In Sam’s fourth ensemble, he opted for the 1984 ‘Dinner Date Ken’ with a black tuxedo top, neon pink satin cummerbund and beige trousers.

While the reality star’s final look consisted of 1991 ‘Totally Hair Ken’ with Sam in a neon paisley pattern shirt, purple trousers and a huge gelled quiff.

Talking about the photoshoot and anniversary, Sam said: ‘My love for dress up is well documented but dressing up as Ken may be my greatest look yet. 

‘I can honestly say this is how I’ve never been seen before… but I might have to steal some of Ken’s trends secrets. 

Way back when: Sam decided to recreate a look from each iconic era as he travelled through time from the 60s to the 90s (pictured as 1962 'Original Ken ¿ Cool!')

Way back when: Sam decided to recreate a look from each iconic era as he travelled through time from the 60s to the 90s (pictured as 1962 ‘Original Ken – Cool!’) 

‘Thank you, Ken, for showing me how to rock flares and a wig. My favourite was the 1991 Totally Hair Ken – those wide, purple trousers were liberating!’

Ken dolls first hit the scene in 1961 and the iconic doll is now available in three different body types, nine skin tones, ten eye colours and a variety of looks. 

It’s an exciting time for Sam and he is currently appearing on The Celebrity Circle with his best friend Pete Wicks. The duo tried to convince the others that they were Countdown maths whiz Rachel Riley.

Elsewhere on the Channel 4 show, which debuted on Tuesday night, a series of famous faces set up camp in eight apartments in order to catfish one another. 

Talking about the photoshoot and anniversary, Sam said: 'My love for dress up is well documented but dressing up as Ken may be my greatest look yet!' (pictured as 1984 'Dinner Date Ken')

Talking about the photoshoot and anniversary, Sam said: ‘My love for dress up is well documented but dressing up as Ken may be my greatest look yet!’ (pictured as 1984 ‘Dinner Date Ken’) 

Among them were national treasure Denise Van Outen and Blue pop hunk Duncan James, as well as YouTuber and former Strictly contestant Saffron Barker.  

Loose Women’s Nadia Sawalha and Kaye Adams were masquerading as TOWIE’s Gemma Collins, while drag star Baga Chipz was acting as cleaning legend Kim Woodburn. 

DJ’s Rickie and Melvin took on the role of The Voice judge will.i.am.

Charlotte Crosby is set to join the game as a new player in coming episodes, playing as pop star Peter Andre.

The Celebrity Circle continues on Channel 4 on Wednesday night. 

A look back: Ken dolls first hit the scene in 1961 and the iconic doll is now available in three different body types, nine skin tones, ten eye colours and a variety of looks

A look back: Ken dolls first hit the scene in 1961 and the iconic doll is now available in three different body types, nine skin tones, ten eye colours and a variety of looks