Ruth King

Actress

Born: Sep 10, 1898
nationality: American

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Career

Active 1917 – 1926

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1917

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1918

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1926

Last credit

1927

1928

Biography

About Ruth King

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Ruth King was an American film actress of the silent era, known for a mix of lead and supporting roles. She starred in several Essanay Studios films directed by W.S. Van Dyke. King was born on September 10, 1898, in Sioux City, Iowa, and began her acting career around 1917, remaining active for nine years.

Her personal life drew attention. She married actor Tom Forman, and they divorced in 1917. She later married Ward Hamilton. In 1928, King was sued for $200,000 for alienation of affections; Verda Sherwood claimed her husband had become infatuated with King. King passed away on February 27, 1946, in Los Angeles, at age 47.

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Died: Wednesday 27th of February 1946 (age 47)
Years Active: 1917-1926 (started around 18 years old; 9 years active)
Birthplace: Sioux City, Iowa, United States
Ethnicity: Caucasian
Sexuality: Straight

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Hair Color: Brown
Eye Color: Blue

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Frequently asked

How did Ruth King's career connect with W.S. Van Dyke?

King starred in several Essanay Studios films directed by W.S. Van Dyke, a noted director of the era.

What was the 1928 lawsuit against Ruth King about?

In 1928, Ruth King was sued for $200,000 for alienation of affections; Verda Sherwood accused King of causing her husband George to become infatuated with her.

Did you know

King appeared in Essanay Studios films directed by W.S. Van Dyke, a notable collaboration of the silent era.
Her divorce from actor Tom Forman occurred in the same year she began her career (1917).