Elliot Handler
Elliot Handler (April 9, 1916 – July 21, 2011) was an American inventor, businessman, and the co-founder of Mattel. With his wife, Ruth Handler, he developed some of the biggest-selling toys in American history, including Barbie, Chatty Cathy, Creepy Crawlers, and Hot Wheels.
Elliot Handler | |
|---|---|
| Born | April 9, 1916 Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
| Died | July 21, 2011 (aged 95) Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Alma mater | Art Center College of Design |
| Occupation | Businessman |
| Known for | Co-founder of Mattel and inventor of the doll Ken |
| Spouse |
Ruth Handler
(m. 1938; died 2002) |
| Children | Barbara Handler and Kenneth Handler |
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