The Barbie doll

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Who

Ruth Handler — Jewish-American co-founder of Mattel

When

1959

Where

United States

The Barbie doll was created in 1959 by Ruth Handler, the Jewish-American co-founder of Mattel, who named it after her daughter Barbara. It became the best-selling doll in history.

Part of “The Gifts of the Jews” — verified Jewish contributions to the world, with sources.