Ruth Brown, a multifaceted personality, entered this world on January 12, 1928, in the city of Portsmouth, Virginia, United States of America. Throughout her illustrious career, she gained recognition as an accomplished actress, making notable appearances in films such as Hairspray (1988),The Hurricane (1999),and My Blueberry Nights (2007).
Ruth Brown's personal life was marked by several marriages, including unions with Earl Swanson, Jimmy Brown, Bill Blunt, Willis 'Gator Tail' Jackson, and Jimmy Brown. Despite her numerous romantic entanglements, her professional pursuits remained her top priority.
Tragically, Ruth Brown's life came to a premature end on November 17, 2006, in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America.