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Ruth Handler

Known for: Writing

Born 04/11/1916

Died 2002-04-27

Place of birth Denver, Colorado, USA

Ruth Handler (November 4, 1916 – April 27, 2002) was an American businesswoman and inventor. Best known for inventing the Barbie doll in 1959.

Filmography

The Mike Douglas Show

Self

1961

Tiny Shoulders: Rethinking Barbie

Self

2018

Barbie Nation: An Unauthorized Tour

Self

1998