Meet Hank Baskett: The Dude Who Stole Kendra From Hef

by Kate Spencer

Kendra Wilkinson has barely moved out of the Playboy mansion – where she’s lived with boyfriend Hugh Hefner and fellow girlfriends Bridget and Holly for four years – and already she’s engaged to another man. The mysterious love machine who yanked Kendra away from her 82-year-old dreamboat is Hank Baskett, a wide receiver for the Philadelphia Eagles. Let’s get to know the future Mr. Kendra Wilkinson, shall we?

  • Full name: Henry Randall Baskett III
  • Age: 26 years old (Kendra is just 23)
  • Life Story: Hank grew up in New Mexico where he excelled at academics, track, basketball and of course, football. He was the leading receiver at the University of New Mexico for two years, where he perfected his football skills.
  • Football Deets: Baskett ended up on the Eagles in 2007, after being drafted by the Minnesota Vikings. He was named a special MVP for the season last year as a rookie.
  • How He Landed Kendra: The couple allegedly has been together (Kendra listed him as her hero on her MySpace page) for a little while, and engagement rumors first popped up in late September. He proposed atop the Space Needle in Seattle, with both their families apparently present. Sources say Kendra was totally shocked and surprised, but said yes, obviously.
  • Just How Hot Is This Guy? Check out our pics below to find out.