Ruth Brady

Ruth Brady was an American actress who is best known for her roles in “Forever, Darling,” “The Arnelo Affair,” and “I Love Lucy.”

Personal and Family Life

Ruth Brady was born on May 29, 1920, in Brooklyn, New York. She married Mike Road on July 21, 1948, and together they had a daughter, Donna Brady Road. Ruth was also a longtime close friend of the famous actress Judy Garland.

Career

Ruth Brady began her career when she was discovered while accompanying someone to a beauty pageant in Atlantic City. She got a singing and dancing role at the Copacabana Club in New York City and later appeared in Broadway shows like “The Boys from Syracuse” and “By Jupiter.” Her successful stage career led her to sign a contract with MGM, where she made a number of films throughout her career.

Death and Legacy

Ruth Brady passed away on June 3, 1997, in Los Angeles, California. Her contributions to film and theater have been remembered fondly, highlighting her talent and friendship within the entertainment community.

Filmography

Title Release Date Character
Forever, Darling 1956-02-09 Laura Evans
The Arnelo Affair 1947-02-13 Dorothy Alison
Caught 1949-02-17 Maxine
The Clock 1945-05-25 Helen
The Unfinished Dance 1947-09-19 Miss Merlin
They Came to Blow Up America 1943-05-07 Secretary
Summer Holiday 1948-04-15 Crystal
The Strange Mrs. Crane 1948-10-07 Barbara Arnold
Little Mister Jim 1947-04-01 Miss Hall
Jane Eyre 1943-12-24 Woman at Party
The Secret Heart 1946-12-25 Saleswoman
Walk Softly, Stranger 1950-10-14 Tobacco Clerk (uncredited)
The Gang’s All Here 1943-12-24 Dancer (uncredited)
The Harvey Girls 1946-01-18 Ethel
Living in a Big Way 1947-06-10 Mary (uncredited)
High Barbaree 1947-05-01 Young Woman Aide (uncredited)
The Mighty McGurk 1947-01-02 Singer (uncredited)
Boys’ Ranch 1946-07-18 Nurse (uncredited)
Stepchild 1947-06-07 Minor Role (uncredited)
A Star Is Born 1954-10-01 Malibu Party Guest (uncredited)
Den underbara lögnen 1955-11-25
The Barbara Stanwyck Show 1960-09-19 Marie
Four Star Playhouse 1952-09-25 Melinda
I Love Lucy 1951-10-15 Grace Munson (uncredited)
Letter to Loretta 1953-09-20 Laura