Age, Biography and Wiki
| Birth Day | November 4, 1916 |
| Birth Place | Denver, CO |
| Age | 104 YEARS OLD |
| Died On | Apr 27, 2002 (age 85) |
| Birth Sign | Scorpio |
Net worth: $100 million (2024)
Ruth Handler, a renowned entrepreneur based in Colorado, has an estimated net worth of $100 million as of 2024. Recognized as a pioneering figure in the business world, Handler is best known as the creator of the iconic Barbie doll, a globally recognized brand. Born in 1916, she co-founded Mattel Inc. with her husband Elliot Handler in 1945, and the company went on to become one of the most successful toy manufacturers in the world. Ruth Handler's visionary leadership and innovative ideas have not only revolutionized the toy industry but have also made a significant impact on popular culture. Through her extraordinary achievements, Handler's financial success reflects her exceptional entrepreneurial abilities and enduring legacy.
About
President of Mattel Inc. She was best remembered for her part in the creation of the Barbie brand.
Before Fame
She started Mattel with her husband, using Manufacturing scraps to produce dollhouses. Her first bestseller was the Uke-a-doodle toy ukelele.
Trivia
She was dissatisfied with the breast prosthesis she received after undergoing a radical mastectomy, so she founded Ruthton Corp. to manufacture more realistic women's breasts called Nearly Me.
Family Life
She was married to Elliot Handler from 1938 until her death in 2002, and her kids were named Kenneth and Barbara Handler. She was inspired to name Barbie after her daughter Barbara.
Associated With
Her famous creation Barbie was voiced by Jodi Benson in Toy Story 2 in 1999.
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