Ruth Roman - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 22, 1922 |
|---|---|
| Died | September 09, 1999 (age 76) |
| Birthplace | Lynn, Massachusetts, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Ruth Roman's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dog |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Starring in Alfred Hitchcock's 'Strangers on a Train' and roles in other major films of the 1940s and 1950s. |
Intro
Ruth Roman was an American actress best known for her work in film and television during the 1940s and 1950s, notably starring alongside Farley Granger in Alfred Hitchcock’s 'Strangers on a Train' (1951).
Early Life & Background
Ruth Roman was born Ruth Roman on December 22, 1922, in Lynn, Massachusetts. She was the daughter of Mary Pauline (née Gold), a dancer, and Abraham 'Anthony' Roman, a carnival barker and sideshow manager. Following her father's death, Roman and her mother moved to Boston, where Ruth pursued acting, studying at the prestigious Bishop Lee Dramatic School.
Career Highlights
- Starring role in Alfred Hitchcock's 'Strangers on a Train' (1951)
- Lead roles in films such as 'Champion' (1949) and 'Mara Maru' (1952)
- Warner Bros. leading lady in the late 1940s and 1950s
- Received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
Trivia
- Survived the sinking of the SS Andrea Doria in 1956 while traveling with her son.
- Appeared in over 50 feature films throughout her career.
- Her son Richard Roman Hall became a director.
FAQs
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Ruth Roman was born the 22 December 1922.
Lynn, Massachusetts, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About December 22nd, 1922, in brief:
- Historical events: Barbara Billingsley, an American actress best known for her role in the television series 'Leave It to Beaver,' was born on December 22, 1922. Her career spanned several decades, making her a beloved figure in American pop culture.
- Day of the week: December 22nd, 1922 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: All Over Nothing at All by Billy Murray & Aileen Stanley
- Popular movie: Sherlock Holmes directed by Guy Ritchie
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