Ruth Hussey (Longenecker)

Inducted: 1967
Born: 1911
Died: 2005

Ruth Hussey of Providence became a Hollywood movie star and accomplished supporting actress after her graduation from Pembroke College. Miss Hussey began her theatrical career on the Broadway stage where she won acclaim for her performances in “State of the Union”, “Goodbye Mr. Fancy”, and “Desk Set”. She also appeared in more than 30 films including “Flight Command”, “The Great Gatsby” and “The Philadelphia Story, which won her an Oscar nomination. Ms. Hussey also had a long career in television, including guest appearances in “The Magnificent Ambersons’” and “Time Out for Ginger.”

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