Personal Info
Known For
Acting
Birthdate
1896-10-30
Day of Death
1985-08-28
Place of Birth
Quincy, Massachusetts, USA
Ruth Gordon
Biography
Ruth Gordon Jones (October 30, 1896 – August 28, 1985) was an American actress, screenwriter and playwright. Gordon began her career performing on Broadway at age nineteen. Known for her nasal voice and distinctive personality, she gained international recognition and critical acclaim for film roles that continued into her seventies and eighties. Her later work included performances in Rosemary's Baby (1968), Where's Poppa? (1970), Harold and Maude (1971), Every Which Way but Loose (1978) and Any Which Way You Can (1980). In addition to her acting career, Gordon wrote numerous plays, film scripts, and books, most notably co-writing the screenplay for the 1949 film Adam's Rib. Gordon won an Oscar, an Emmy, and two Golden Globe Awards for her acting, as well as received three Academy Award nominations for her writing.
Filmography (37)
The Trouble with Spies
1987
The Ten-Year Lunch
1987
Maxie
1985
The Secret World of the Very Young
1984
Delta Pi
1984
Voyage of the Rock Aliens
1984
Don't Go to Sleep
1982
Jimmy the Kid
1982
Natalie - A Tribute to a Very Special Lady
1982
Night of 100 Stars
1982
Any Which Way You Can
1980
My Bodyguard
1980
Hardhat & Legs
1980
Scavenger Hunt
1979
