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Ruth Marianna Handler (née Mosko; November 4, 1916 – April 27, 2002) was an American businesswoman and inventor. She is best known for inventing the Barbie doll in 1959, [2] and being co-founder of toy manufacturer Mattel with her husband Elliot , as well as serving as the company's first president from 1945 to 1975.
Jul 21, 2023 · Ruth Handler revolutionized the toy industry when she invented a mainstream doll with the proportions of an adult female. Before Barbie came along, girls mostly played with baby...
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- Eliana Dockterman
Jul 21, 2023 · Learn about the life and legacy of Ruth Handler, who invented the iconic Barbie doll based on a German novelty toy. Discover how she overcame legal challenges, gender bias, and health issues to build a toy empire.
Jul 21, 2023 · Perlman, best known as the sarcastic waitress Carla from Cheers, appears in the Greta Gerwig –directed film as Ruth Handler—a real-life legend in the toy business who helped turn Mattel into a...
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- Anthony Breznican
Aug 5, 2023 · Learn about the life and career of Ruth Handler, the co-founder of Mattel and the inventor of the iconic fashion doll. Discover how she overcame resistance from her male colleagues, revolutionised the toy industry and inspired a Hollywood movie.
Jul 14, 2023 · In the new Barbie film, the doll's creator Ruth Handler plays a crucial role. She spoke to the BBC in 1997, describing what her inspiration was – and how some men didn't like the idea of a doll...
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Ruth Handler was a California stenographer who became a toy mogul and a social entrepreneur. She created the iconic Barbie doll and the "Nearly Me" line of breast replacements and post-mastectomy swimwear.
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