Ruth Eddings

Ruth Eddings was an American actress who is best known for her roles in A Man About Town, Hay Wire, and Her Big Ben. Born on March 7, 1908, in Los Angeles, California, she passed away on January 11, 1995, in the same city.

Personal and Family Life

Ruth Eddings had a career as a chorus girl and bit player. She sometimes confused film historians due to her name being misspelled in some catalogs, which led to mix-ups with singer and actress Ruth Etting. Details about her personal life remain scarce.

Career Highlights

Ruth Eddings appeared in several films during her acting career, often taking on uncredited roles. Despite the minor nature of her parts, she contributed to some notable productions in the late 1920s and 1930s, showcasing her talents as a performer. Her work in films like Gold Diggers in Paris and Destry Rides Again highlights her presence in the entertainment industry.

Death and Legacy

Ruth Eddings died on January 11, 1995. Although she played mostly minor roles, her contributions to early Hollywood productions are appreciated by film historians. The confusion with her name has made her story a part of film history discussions.

Filmography

Title Release Date Character
Sally 1930-01-12 Chorus Girl (uncredited)
Flying High 1931-11-14 Chorus Girl (uncredited)
Spring Is Here 1930-04-13 Girl (uncredited)
Colleen 1936-03-21 Chorus Girl (uncredited)
Gold Diggers in Paris 1938-06-11 Girl on Ship
Destry Rides Again 1939-11-30 Friend of Lilly Belle (uncredited)
Whoopee! 1930-09-26 Goldwyn Girl (uncredited)
In Caliente 1935-05-25 Chorus Girl
A Man About Town 1927-05-15 The Banker’s Daughter
Wonder Bar 1934-03-31 (uncredited)
Fisticuffs 1928-10-28
Experiment Perilous 1944-12-18 (uncredited)
Fashions of 1934 1934-02-14 Chorus Girl (uncredited)
Flirtation Walk 1934-12-01 Chorus Girl (uncredited)