Ruth Lyons: First Lady of Television

Ruth Lyons: First Lady of Television (2011)

Documentary

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.

  • Release Date: 2011-12-12
  • Runtime: 1h 41min
  • Director: David Ashbrock

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Trailer

Cast

  • Ruth Lyons

    Self (archive footage)

  • David Letterman

    Self

  • Nick Clooney

    Self

  • Carol Channing

    Self

  • John Davidson

    Self

  • Phyllis Diller

    Self

  • Phil Donahue

    Self

  • Johnny Mathis

    Self

  • Peter Nero

    Self

  • Bonnie Lou

    Self

  • Oscar Robertson

    Self

  • Nancy James

    Narrator

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