Ruth Lyons: First Lady of Television (2011)
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.
Director: David Ashbrock
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Ruth Lyons as Self (archive footage) |
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David Letterman as Self |
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Nick Clooney as Self |
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Carol Channing as Self |
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John Davidson as Self |
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Phyllis Diller as Self |
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Phil Donahue as Self |
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Johnny Mathis as Self |
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Peter Nero as Self |
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Bonnie Lou as Self |
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Oscar Robertson as Self |
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Nancy James as Narrator |
| Camera | Ric Hines | Director of Photography |
| Writing | Mark Magistrelli | Writer |
| Directing | David Ashbrock | Director |
