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The Incredible Life Of Ruth Handler, The Woman Who Invented Barbie
The Barbie doll is one of the most recognizable toys in the world, and it’s all thanks to a woman named Ruth Handler. In 1959, when Handler introduced Barbie, the toy quickly took the world by ...
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The Eulogizer: Elliot Handler, Barbie’s ‘dad,’ and more on alleged mobster Francois Abutbul
JERUSALEM (JTA) — The Eulogizer highlights the life accomplishments of famous and not-so-famous Jews who have passed away recently. Learn about their achievements, honor their memories and ...
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Need More Barbie? The Museum of Arts & Design has Exclusive East Coast Exhibit
If there’s anyone who can one-up Taylor Swift...well, it’s that doll who became a smash hit movie, and is now pulling in fans ...
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Creator of Hot Wheels dies at 95
Ruth is credited with bringing the Barbie lineup to life, while Elliot built Hot Wheels so that boys would also have a toy of their own. Elliot Handler was born in Chicago, Illinois on April 9, 1916.