Meet Ruth Handler, the American who co-founded toy-industry giant Mattel; she was also the creator of Barbie, introduced at the International Toy Fair in New York in 1959.
With Barbie: The Movie hitting theaters in July, the classic doll is bringing together generations of fans. Here's why one mom is proud to be raising a Barbie girl.
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