Ruth Handler

Ruth Handler

November 4, 1916 — 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.

Barbie as The Princess & the Pauper

Barbie as The Princess & the Pauper

2004

Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses

Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses

2006

Barbie as Rapunzel

Barbie as Rapunzel

2002

Barbie of Swan Lake

Barbie of Swan Lake

2003

Barbie and the Diamond Castle

Barbie and the Diamond Castle

2008

Barbie: Princess Charm School

Barbie: Princess Charm School

2011

Barbie in A Mermaid Tale

Barbie in A Mermaid Tale

2010

Barbie: A Fashion Fairytale

Barbie: A Fashion Fairytale

2010