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

TitleRelease DateCharacter
Below the Deadline1946-08-03Welsh
I Wouldn’t Be in Your Shoes1948-05-23Police Lieutenant (uncredited)
The Mad Ghoul1943-11-12Stagehand (uncredited)
A Gentleman After Dark1942-04-16Detective
Star Reporter1939-02-22Lane
Red Barry1938-10-18C.E. Mannix
The Great Alaskan Mystery1944-04-25Agent Grey
Small Town Boy1937-09-24A Waiter
Gauchos of El Dorado1941-10-24Sam Tyndal
Oklahoma Renegades1940-08-29Mace Liscomb
Code of the Silver Sage1950-03-25Major Duncan
Rendezvous at Midnight1935-02-11Schultz
Spendthrift1936-07-22Radio Operator
Sutter’s Gold1936-03-01Aide
Charlie McCarthy, Detective1939-12-22Doctor
Mildred Pierce1945-10-20Personnel Man (uncredited)
Treat ‘Em Rough1942-01-30Police Sergeant
The Green Hornet Strikes Again!1940-12-24J.E. Lynch – Gang Attorney
The Daring Young Man1935-07-17Coroner
The Killers1946-08-30Fran (uncredited)
Unseen Enemy1942-03-10Detective Callahan
Black Friday1940-02-29G-Man
Gaucho Serenade1940-05-09Henchman Carter
Cowboy Cavalier1948-07-11Mason
Unexpected Guest1947-03-28Sheriff
Code of the Streets1939-04-13Police Lieutenant Welles
It’s a Date1940-03-22Ship’s Officer (uncredited)
Haunted Trails1949-08-21Gorman
California Passage1950-12-15Townsman (uncredited)
Texas Terrors1940-11-22Henchman Ashley
Days of Old Cheyenne1943-03-15Steve Brackett
Prairie Express1947-10-24Gordon Gregg
Scouts to the Rescue1939-01-17G-Man Hal Marvin
Impact1949-03-20Fingerprint Expert
Circus Shadows1935-05-03Dave Zirillo
Sabotage1939-10-13(uncredited)
The Law Comes to Gunsight1947-05-24Brad Foster
Frontier Agent1948-05-16Marshal
Badlands Of Dakota1941-09-15Ship’s Officer
Western Renegades1949-10-08Bartender Curly
Criminals Within1941-06-27Capt. Gray
I Stole a Million1939-08-01