Writing
Ruth Handler
1916-2002
Known for Barbie as The Princess & the Pauper, Barbie as Rapunzel, Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses.
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Born11/04/1916
Died04/27/2002
AgeDied at 85
BirthplaceDenver, Colorado, USA
DepartmentWriting
Also known asRuth Marianna Handler, Ruth Marianna Mosko
Biography
Ruth Handler (November 4, 1916 – April 27, 2002) was an American businesswoman and inventor. Best known for inventing the Barbie doll in 1959.
