In 1959, Ruth Handler introduced the world to Barbie. Credit: Warner Bros. Rhea Perlman in "Barbie." Credit: Screenshot Warner Bros. Barbie first meets Ruth while she's trying to escape from ...

Barbie fever gripped the world last year, with millions heading to cinemas to watch the blockbuster movie and see the much-loved doll in live action form ... into the history of Barbie’s Mum and Dad - ...