The Real Barbara Handler Is NOT in 'Barbie,' Despite Rumors, But She Did Comment on the Movie!
justjared.comRumors went viral in recent weeks that the real Barbara Handler made a cameo appearance in the movie Barbie, but that wasn’t actually her in the film.
She HAS shared her thoughts on the movie though! For those who don’t know, businesswoman and inventor Ruth Handler is the woman who came up with the idea for the Barbie doll and she named the iconic character after her daughter. Keep reading to find out more… Ruth co-founded Mattel with her husband and served as the company’s first president.
It was rumored that Barbara played the older woman who chats with Barbie (Margot Robbie) on a bus stop bench in Santa Monica after she travels to the world.
They have an emotional chat that becomes a sentimental moment and an incredibly important one for Barbie’s personal growth. The scene was almost cut from the movie!
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