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Ruby Dee

27 Oct, 1922 in Cleveland, Ohio, USA

Ruby Dee (October 27, 1922 - June 11, 2014) was an American actress, poet, playwright, screenwriter, journalist, and civil rights activist. She originated the role of "Ruth Younger" in the stage and film versions of A Raisin in the Sun. Her other notable film roles include The Jackie Robinson Story... (1950), Do the Right Thing (1989) and American Gangster (2007).

Also Known As:

Ruby Ann Wallace

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America
35% (2009)
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No. 2
60% (2006)
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Black Girl
70% (1972)
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Video Girl
67% (2011)
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Uptight
65% (1968)
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Steam
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Passing Glory
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The Wall
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Neighbours
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What a Guy
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Go Man Go
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On Merit
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The Stand
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