Ruth Handler

Biography

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

Birthday

Nov 4, 1916

Place of birth

Denver, Colorado, USA

Deathday

Apr 27, 2002

Also known as

• Ruth Marianna Handler
• Ruth Marianna Mosko