The Genuine Ken

On January 18th "Genuine Ken: The Search for the Great American Boyfriend” will premiere on Hulu.

Eight Ken-testants will compete in a series of elimination challenges to determine if they, like Ken (Barbie’s ex!), have the qualities to be the “ultimate boyfriend for every occasion. Whether it’s a surfing competition, a cooking challenge or proving they have the best style, the guys will showcase their Ken-like qualities to host Whitney Port and other celebrity guest judges.

The winner of Genuine Ken will receive a modeling contract with Mattel, and a one-of-a-kind doll made in his likeness. I think that's actually a pretty cool prize, but then I was a Barbie collector for decades.

No word yet on if the contestants have nothing but a small plastic hump in their pants. Now that would be genuine!

Ken Hits Fashion's Night Out

Ken – of Barbie and Ken fame - the season’s hottest arm candy is single and ready to hit NYC on Fashion’s Night Out. Throughout the night, Ken will travel around the city in a mobile truck you can track and follow via Facebook, Twitter and foursquare, ultimately arriving at the trendy Meatpacking District.

There will even be a photographer on hand so fashion-goers can come and take a photo with one of several live Kens dressed for ultimate “dream dates.”

SoHo (no specific location yet) – 6:00 – 7:00 pm

Fifth Ave Corridor (56th @ 5th by Abercrombie and Fitch) – 8:00 – 9:00 pm

Meatpacking (Washington Street between 13th and 14th) – 9:30 – 11:00 pm

Follow Ken @:
http://twitter.com/OfficialKen
http://facebook.com/OfficialKen
http://foursquare.com/user/OfficialKen