Mattel - Today, we celebrate Barbie founder, Ruth Handler. Her vision for nurturing the next generation of thinkers, makers, and doers through play has inspired many around the world. 🌎 bit.ly/2M4PDfo
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Barbara Handler, daughter of the creator of the Barbie doll, poses as she holds a Barbie after placing the dolls hand and footprints in cement during ceremonies November 13, 2002 in Hollywood
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