The woman who inspired the creation of the Barbie doll in 1959 is already 81 years old: this is what she looks like now

On July 21st, the live action of ‘Barbie’ in which she will star will arrive in cinemas Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling.

With its latest trailer and released postersthe internet went absolutely crazy seeing the various celebrities that will be on the tape including Dua Lipa and part of the cast of the Netflix series ‘Sex Education’.

Of course, many people have had their say on what ‘Barbie’ looks like by now. However, the one who did it recently was a woman close to the brand and the doll itself.

Who is Barbara Handler and how did she help create the Barbie doll?

This is Barbara Handler, who is recognized worldwide as the daughter of Ruth Handler, the woman who created this toy with her husband Elliot Handler after the founding of the Mattel company.

After hard work, the two showed off the first Barbie at the American International Toy Fair, wearing a black and white striped swimsuit, a pair of black shoes and a high ponytail.

Barbara proved to be the inspiration for her mother to complete the design of the doll and in her honor she was named Barbie, a nickname given to the girl at the time.

No one imagined the resounding success she would have and in an interview with the “Los Angeles Times”, she expressed that although in her teenage years she did not feel used to being seen as a Barbie in real life, over the years this has changed and she is now happy. to associate with the doll.

Although their features are not that similar to Barbie’s, one thing they have in common is that Barbara has a great fashion style and regardless of the fact that she is 81 years old, she still looks great.

Barbara Handler said Margot Robbie is ‘perfect’ to be Barbie

According to the portal “TMZ”, on April 9 the woman was asked about her opinion on the movie “Barbie” directed by Greta Gerwig and, contrary to what many people speculate, she is more than happy because Margot Robbie is the main actor.

Although Mattel is directly involved in the making of the film, it’s a mystery whether Barbara had any decision-making power over the story or casting, but it’s almost certain that she could be part of the special guests in attendance. the premiere in a few months.

What do you think of his take on ‘Barbie’? Tell us in the comments.

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