William Ruhl

William Ruhl was an American actor who is best known for his roles in Impact (1949), Song of My Heart (1948), and Crashing Through Danger (1936). Born on October 25, 1901, in Oregon, USA, he made a significant impact in the film industry. He was married to Lu Miller and passed away on March 12, 1956, in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California.

Personal and Family Life

William Ruhl, affectionately known as Bill Ruhl, led a private life with his spouse, Lu Miller. Not much is publicly known about their relationship, but it is clear that they shared their lives together during William’s acting career. His family background and early life details remain scarce, contributing to the mystery surrounding his personal endeavors.

Death and Legacy

William Ruhl died on March 12, 1956, due to shock secondary to a perforated ulcer in Hollywood. His death marked the end of a career filled with memorable performances in film and television. Despite not being a household name, Ruhl’s work continues to be appreciated by classic film enthusiasts, ensuring his legacy endures in the history of American cinema.

Filmography

Title Release Date Character
Below the Deadline 1946-08-03 Welsh
I Wouldn’t Be in Your Shoes 1948-05-23 Police Lieutenant (uncredited)
The Mad Ghoul 1943-11-12 Stagehand (uncredited)
A Gentleman After Dark 1942-04-16 Detective
Star Reporter 1939-02-22 Lane
Red Barry 1938-10-18 C.E. Mannix
The Great Alaskan Mystery 1944-04-25 Agent Grey
Small Town Boy 1937-09-24 A Waiter
Gauchos of El Dorado 1941-10-24 Sam Tyndal
Oklahoma Renegades 1940-08-29 Mace Liscomb
Code of the Silver Sage 1950-03-25 Major Duncan
Rendezvous at Midnight 1935-02-11 Schultz
Spendthrift 1936-07-22 Radio Operator
Sutter’s Gold 1936-03-01 Aide
Charlie McCarthy, Detective 1939-12-22 Doctor
Mildred Pierce 1945-10-20 Personnel Man (uncredited)
Treat ‘Em Rough 1942-01-30 Police Sergeant
The Green Hornet Strikes Again! 1940-12-24 J.E. Lynch – Gang Attorney
The Daring Young Man 1935-07-17 Coroner
The Killers 1946-08-30 Fran (uncredited)
Unseen Enemy 1942-03-10 Detective Callahan
Black Friday 1940-02-29 G-Man
Gaucho Serenade 1940-05-09 Henchman Carter
Cowboy Cavalier 1948-07-11 Mason
Unexpected Guest 1947-03-28 Sheriff
Code of the Streets 1939-04-13 Police Lieutenant Welles
It’s a Date 1940-03-22 Ship’s Officer (uncredited)
Haunted Trails 1949-08-21 Gorman
California Passage 1950-12-15 Townsman (uncredited)
Texas Terrors 1940-11-22 Henchman Ashley
Days of Old Cheyenne 1943-03-15 Steve Brackett
Prairie Express 1947-10-24 Gordon Gregg
Scouts to the Rescue 1939-01-17 G-Man Hal Marvin
Impact 1949-03-20 Fingerprint Expert
Circus Shadows 1935-05-03 Dave Zirillo
Sabotage 1939-10-13 (uncredited)
The Law Comes to Gunsight 1947-05-24 Brad Foster
Frontier Agent 1948-05-16 Marshal
Badlands Of Dakota 1941-09-15 Ship’s Officer
Western Renegades 1949-10-08 Bartender Curly
Criminals Within 1941-06-27 Capt. Gray
I Stole a Million 1939-08-01