Ruth Pelupessi was an American actress, best known for Perempuan Bergairah, Membakar Matahari, and Satan’s Slave. She was born on April 27, 1938, in Bangka Island, North Sulawesi, Dutch East Indies, and passed away on October 21, 1996, in Jakarta, Indonesia.
Personal and Family Life
Ruth Pelupessi was previously married to Richard Turangan from August 1960 until their divorce in 1968. They had two children together. Little is known about her family life outside of this marriage, but her career as an actress was a significant part of her identity.
Death and Legacy
Ruth Pelupessi died from heart disease on October 21, 1996, in Jakarta, Indonesia. She left behind a legacy in Indonesian cinema through her memorable performances in various films. Despite her passing, her contributions to the film industry are still recognized today.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Perkawinan Nyi Blorong | 1983-11-12 | Bayugeni |
| Pengabdi Setan | 1980-01-31 | Darminah |
| Dukun ilmu hitam | 1981-01-01 | Dewi |
| Arwah Penasaran (Delia) | 1975-01-01 | |
| Perempuan Bergairah | 1982-01-01 | Owner of Wrestleholics |
| Ferocious Female Freedom Fighters, Part 2 | 1982-01-01 | |
| Ranjang Siang Ranjang Malam | 1976-04-26 | |
| Sembilan Janda Genit | 1977-01-01 | |
| Sundel Bolong | 1981-08-02 | Mami |
| Mistery in Hongkong | 1974-01-01 | Dukun Ilmu Hitam |
| Membakar Matahari | 1981-12-10 | Lucy |
| Salah Asuhan | 1972-10-11 | Corrie |
| Nyi Blorong | 1982-10-21 | Ginong |
| Ali Topan Anak Jalanan | 1977-05-16 | |
| Sabar Dulu Dong…! | 1990-04-26 | Mevrouw Rudolf |
| Kisah Cinderella | 1978-09-18 | Ibu Tiri |
| Ira Maya Putri Cinderella | 1981-04-03 | Ibu Tiri |
| Puber | 1978-01-01 | |
| Neraka Perempuan | 1974-04-17 | Nina |
| Antara Surga Dan Neraka | 1976-10-15 | |
| Malam Jumat Kliwon | 1986-01-01 | |
| Rahasia Perawan | 1975-01-01 |