1986-87 Kenny by Top Toys Argentina

The two Kennys shown below are dated 1985 on the boxes, suggesting a 1986 release date if they follow the regular Kens. However, Kenny Magic Blue bears more than a passing resemblance to Mattel’s evening-outfitted Doctor Ken sold in 1988, and Kenny Rock Star is an obvious copy of Rockers Ken, who wasn’t released in the US and Europe until 1987. So either Mattel took inspiration from Top Toys (which I doubt), or these box dates are completely misleading. Hopefully a catalogue will appear at some point to clarify. Top Toys produced at least three other Kennys: Kenny Jewel Secrets (box dated 1988), Kenny Hawaii (similar to Island Fun Ken from 1988), and Kenny Sol y Mar (similar to Beach Blast Ken from 1989).


KENNY ROCK STAR

1986 Kenny Rock Star in original packaging
1986 (or 1987?) Kenny Rock Star in original packaging
1986 Kenny Rock Star original packaging
Reverse of packaging

KENNY MAGIC BLUE

1986 Kenny Magic Blue by Top Toys in original packaging
1986 (or 1988?) Kenny Magic Blue in original packaging
1986 Kenny Magic Blue by Top Toys original packaging
Reverse of packaging