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Ruth Brown
From The TV IV
| Ruth Brown | |
| Birth name | Ruth Alston Weston |
| Born | January 30, 1928 in Portsmouth, Virginia, USA |
| Died | November 17, 2006 in Henderson, Nevada, USA from complications of a heart attack |
| Years Active | 1949-2006 |
Contents |
Roles
Starring Roles
| Series | Role | Year(s) | Season(s) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hello, Larry | Leona Wilson | 1979–1980 | 2 | |
Guest Starring Roles
| Series | Role | Episode | Airdate |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Jeffersons | Betty | 7x20 - Florence's New Job (2) | March 29, 1981 |
Singles
"Teardrops From My Eyes" (#1 R&B, 1950)
"5-10-15 Hours" (#1 R&B, 1952)
"(Mama) He Treats Your Daughter Mean" (#1 R&B, 1953)
Awards and Accolades
Tony Awards
- Won: Best Leading Actress in a Musical (1989)
- Black and Blue
