Biography

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).

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CSI: Crime Scene Investigation

CSI: Crime Scene Investigation

2000Series
7.6
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American Experience

American Experience

1988Series
6.6
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Great Performances

Great Performances

1971Series
5.8
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The Fugitive

The Fugitive

1963Series
7.2
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Touched by an Angel

Touched by an Angel

1994Series
7.2
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The Dick Cavett Show

The Dick Cavett Show

1968Series
6.8
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The Golden Girls

The Golden Girls

1985Series
7.6
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The Defenders

The Defenders

1961Series
5.9
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The Oscars

The Oscars

1953Series
7.0
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Police Woman

Police Woman

1974Series
6.2
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Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child

Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child

1995Series
6.0
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China Beach

China Beach

1988Series
7.5