Lakers Star LeBron James Makes Appearance on Disney's 'Phineas & Ferb'

The NBA legend voices a guest role on the popular animated series, continuing his acting career outside of basketball.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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LeBron James, the 41-year-old Los Angeles Lakers superstar, has made a guest appearance on the Disney animated series 'Phineas & Ferb'. In the two-minute segment, James voices a character who attempts to make a 300-point basketball shot from outer space with the help of his daughter Zhuri. This marks the first time an NBA player has appeared on the show, which has featured other celebrity cameos over its 10-plus year run.

Why it matters

LeBron James has long been known for his outgoing personality and success in media ventures outside of basketball, including acting roles in films and TV shows. His appearance on the beloved Disney series 'Phineas & Ferb' further demonstrates his versatility and appeal across different entertainment platforms, helping to expand his brand and reach new audiences.

The details

In the 'Phineas & Ferb' segment, James voices a character who is trying to make an incredibly difficult basketball shot from outer space. He is assisted by his daughter Zhuri, and the scene includes a callback to James' role in the 2021 film 'Space Jam: A New Legacy'. While no mention is made of his famous 'Taco Tuesday' catchphrase, the appearance continues James' trend of making cameo appearances in TV shows and movies throughout his legendary NBA career.

  • The 'Phineas & Ferb' episode featuring LeBron James aired as part of the show's recently released second half of its fifth season.
  • James' appearance comes more than 10 years after the last new episodes of 'Phineas & Ferb' had aired.

The players

LeBron James

A 41-year-old NBA superstar who currently plays for the Los Angeles Lakers. James is considered one of the greatest basketball players of all time and has also found success in media and entertainment ventures outside of the sport.

Zhuri James

LeBron James' daughter, who appears alongside her father in the 'Phineas & Ferb' segment.

Phineas & Ferb

A popular Disney animated series that has featured a variety of celebrity guest appearances over its 10-plus year run.

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What they’re saying

“We're cartoons!”

— Zhuri James (Phineas & Ferb)

“Why does this keep happening to me?”

— LeBron James (Phineas & Ferb)

What’s next

LeBron James is set to play in his 22nd consecutive NBA All-Star Game following his 'Phineas & Ferb' appearance. The game will feature a new format with three teams competing, two comprised of American players and one of international players.

The takeaway

LeBron James' guest role on the Disney animated series 'Phineas & Ferb' further solidifies his status as a multi-talented entertainer who has successfully branched out beyond just basketball. His ability to connect with younger audiences through these types of media appearances helps expand his brand and legacy as one of the NBA's all-time greats.