17 Australian Actors That Would Have Perfectly Nailed The Role Of Ken In The New "Barbie" Movie

As if Chris Hemsworth wasn't born for this role.

1. Chris Hemsworth

Instagram: @chrishemsworth

I mean it's so obvious. No shade to Ryan Gosling, but the fact Chris Hemsworth wasn't cast is an absolute travesty.

2. Matty J

Instagram: @matthewdavidjohnson

There's no one more loveable than Matty J and because his Instagram is always entertaining AF we have no doubt he'd take on the challenge of playing Himbo Ken perfectly. 

3. Bailey Smith

Instagram: @bazlenka

AFL star Bailey Smith has abs that look like they've been molded by Mattel itself. Plus, with his glorious blonde locks and sporty but surfie appeal he is basically a stereotypical Aussie Ken. Can he act? It doesn't matter!

4. Robert Irwin

Instagram: @robertirwinphotography

Ken as a protector of wildlife, with classic Irwin charm, and the wide smile to match? This is a Ken era we want to see!

5. Tony Armstrong

Instagram: @tonaaayy

This is the Ken we all deserve. Charming, funny and with a smile that lights up the room? No further questions, thank you. 

6. Jacob Elordi

Instagram: @jacobelordi

We, as a global society, deserve a tall, dark, brooding Ken. I know it goes against the stereotype of Ken being a loveable Bimbo but I don't even care. 

7. Ethan Browne

Instagram: @atlas143

If there was a Ken that looked like this and who smiled at me like this, I wouldn't even care that he had nothing downstairs but smooth plastic. Sorry 'bout it. 

8. Luke Mitchell

Instagram: @lukemitchell17

Rugged, bearded Ken living a life in the Outback? Sign me TF up. 

9. The Third Hemsworth

Instagram: @hemsworthluke

There's no super compelling argument here, we just want justice for the third Hemsworth, aka Luke. 

10. Jack Vidgen

Instagram: @jack.vidgen

What would really revamp the Barbie movie is Ken — but as a fabulously dressed, hilariously witty sidekick to Barbie, helping her look good while never being afraid to back her in drama. Though having said that, Jack could potentially outshine Barbie with his looks, vibe, and fashion sense: a spin-off series perhaps?

11. Richie Strahan

Instagram: @richie_strahan

Picture this: A blonde, blue-eyed Ken with a jawline so sharp it could cut glass, walking around saying "cool bananas" all the time.

12. Nathaniel Buzolic

Instagram: @natebuzz

IDK, this Ken vibe would more be like "Ken ruined my life, but I thanked him for it" and maybe that's the spice the Barbie movie needs? Just a thought. 

13. Ryan Corr

Instagram: @rycorr

Getting to see Ryan Corr play a sweet, silly Himbo would be compulsory viewing for all Aussies. Give it to us!

14. Scott Tweedie

Instagram: @stweedie

Scott Tweedie is a perfect Ken — pretty to look at, a million-dollar smile, and you're not entirely sure what it is he does or why he's famous, but you're not complaining. 

15. Cody Simpson

Instagram: @codysimpson

If they pivoted Ken to be multi-talented, plus a little edgy, Cody would be the ideal choice. 

16. Brenton Thwaites

Instagram: @brentonthwaites

Chiselled jaw? Tick. Sultry look? Tick. Perfect hair? Tick. Actor Brenton Thwaites would make a stunning Ken IMO. 

17. Troye Sivan

Instagram: @troyesivan

Ken, but make him even prettier and more fashionable? Troye would be a perfect Barbie sidekick, no questions asked. 

Are there other Aussies you would have liked to see play Ken in the new Barbie movie? Let us know in the comments!