Ruth Chatterton

Ruth Chatterton

Deceased · Born: Dec 24, 1892 · Died: Nov 24, 1961

Personal Details

BornDec 24, 1892 New York City, New York, USA
Spouse
  • Gordon John Barry Thomson

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Aug 19, 1960 )
  • George Brent

    ( Aug 13, 1932 to Oct 4, 1934 )
  • Ralph Forbes

    ( Dec 20, 1924 to Aug 12, 1932 )

Biography

Ruth Chatterton's illustrious career spanned numerous decades, commencing at the tender age of 14 when she took to the stage as a chorus girl. Her early success led to a Broadway stardom, with the 1914 production of "Daddy Long Legs" serving as a pivotal moment in her trajectory. Subsequent appearances in notable shows such as "Mary Rose" and "Come Out of the Kitchen" further solidified her status as a rising star.

As the years progressed, Chatterton made the transition to Hollywood, arriving in 1925 and embarking on a film career that would see her shine on the silver screen. However, as the late 1930s drew to a close, her cinematic endeavors began to wane, and she found herself drawn back to the stage.

Chatterton's return to the stage was marked by a series of revivals, as well as radio and television performances, including a notable turn as Hamlet. The 1950s brought a new chapter in her life, as she turned her attention to writing, achieving significant success in this field.

Throughout her life, Chatterton remained childless, dedicating herself to her craft and leaving behind a lasting legacy in the world of entertainment.

Career

1937
The Rat
The Rat as Zelia de Chaumont
1936
Dodsworth
Dodsworth as Fran Dodsworth
Girls' Dormitory
Girls' Dormitory as Professor Anna Mathe
1934
Journal of a Crime
Journal of a Crime as Francoise Mollet
1933
Lilly Turner
Lilly Turner as Lilly 'Queenie' Turner Dixon
Female
Female as Alison Drake
1932
The Rich Are Always with Us
The Rich Are Always with Us as Caroline Van Dyke Grannard
The Crash
The Crash as Linda Gault
Frisco Jenny
Frisco Jenny as Frisco Jenny Sandoval
1931
Unfaithful
Unfaithful as Lady Fay Kilkerry
1930
Sarah and Son
Sarah and Son as Sarah Storm
The Right to Love
The Right to Love as Brooks Evans / Naomi Kellogg
1929
Madame X
Madame X as Jacqueline Floriot
The Dummy
The Dummy as Agnes Meredith