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Ruth Lyons: First Lady of Television

Ruth Lyons: First Lady of Television

Even though her program was only seen in four Midwestern cities, Ruth Lyons presided over America's highest-rated daytime TV talk show for nearly two decades! This documentary draws upon rare and previously undiscovered footage, along with comments from associates and admirers to create a portrait of an outspoken, multi-talented woman who became one of the most beloved and influential figures in TV history. Featuring the Recollections Of: Carol Channing, John Davidson, Phyllis Diller, Phil Donahue, David Letterman, Johnny Mathis, Peter Nero, Bonnie Lou, Nick Clooney, Oscar Robertson and many others, along with archival audio and video of Ruth Lyons' 50-50 Club.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Ruth Lyons: First Lady of Television
  • Genres: Documentary
  • Release Date: 2011-12-12
  • Runtime: 101 minutes
  • Rating: 0/10 (0 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies:
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.3675
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Ruth Lyons

Ruth Lyons

as Herself (archive)

David Letterman

David Letterman

as Himself

Nick Clooney

Nick Clooney

as Himself

Carol Channing

Carol Channing

as Herself

John Davidson

John Davidson

as Himself

Phyllis Diller

Phyllis Diller

as Herself

Phil Donahue

Phil Donahue

as Himself

Johnny Mathis

Johnny Mathis

as Himself

Peter Nero

Peter Nero

as Himself

Bonnie Lou

Bonnie Lou

as Herself

Gallery

Movie scene

Trailers & Clips

Let's Talk Cincy: Ruth Lyons, the First Lady of Television

External Links

Keywords

television historylocal televisiontelevisionruth lyons

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ruth Lyons: First Lady of Television?

Ruth Lyons: First Lady of Television is a Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 2011-12-12.

Who are the main actors in Ruth Lyons: First Lady of Television?

The main cast includes Ruth Lyons, David Letterman, Nick Clooney, Carol Channing, John Davidson, .

Where can I watch Ruth Lyons: First Lady of Television online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Ruth Lyons: First Lady of Television is available.

Is Ruth Lyons: First Lady of Television based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of Ruth Lyons: First Lady of Television?

Ruth Lyons: First Lady of Television has an IMDb rating of 0/10 based on 0 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Ruth Lyons: First Lady of Television?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Ruth Lyons: First Lady of Television?

The soundtrack was composed by . You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Ruth Lyons: First Lady of Television filmed?

Ruth Lyons: First Lady of Television was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Ruth Lyons: First Lady of Television?

The total runtime of Ruth Lyons: First Lady of Television is 101 minutes.

Is Ruth Lyons: First Lady of Television suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Ruth Lyons: First Lady of Television?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Ruth Lyons: First Lady of Television.

Does Ruth Lyons: First Lady of Television have a post-credit scene?

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