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Published Mar 23, 2026

Ruth Gordon

1896 - 1985

Ruth Gordon  American Actress

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Ruth Gordon was previously married to Garson Kanin (1942 - 1985) and Gregory Kelly (1918 - 1927).

Ruth Gordon was in relationships with Jed Harris (1928 - 1940) and Clifford Odets.

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American Actress Ruth Gordon was born Ruth Gordon Jones on 30th October, 1896 in Quincy, Massachusetts USA and passed away on 28th Aug 1985 Edgartown, Massachusetts aged 88. She is most remembered for Harold & Maude. Her zodiac sign is Scorpio.

Ruth Gordon is a member of the following lists: Emmy Award winners, American film actors and American television actors.

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Relationship Statistics

TypeTotalLongestAverageShortest
Married244 years, 8 months27 years, 7 months10 years, 6 months
Dating212 years6 years-
Total444 years, 8 months16 years, 9 months10 years, 6 months

Details

First NameRuth
Last NameGordon
Maiden NameJones
Full Name at BirthRuth Gordon Jones
Alternative NameRuth Gordon Jones, Ruth Gordon
Birthday30th October, 1896
BirthplaceQuincy, Massachusetts USA
Died28th August, 1985
Place of DeathEdgartown, Massachusetts
Cause of DeathStroke
Height5' 1" (155 cm)
BuildAverage
Eye ColorBrown - Dark
Hair ColorBrown - Light
Zodiac SignScorpio
SexualityStraight
EthnicityWhite
NationalityAmerican
Occupation TextActress, Writer
OccupationActress
Claim to FameHarold & Maude
Year(s) Active1915–1985, 1915–1981 (retired)
Official Websites
FatherClinton Jones
MotherAnnie Ziegler Jones
FriendKatharine Hepburn, Spencer Tracy

Ruth Gordon Jones (October 30, 1896 – August 28, 1985) was an American actress, screenwriter, and playwright. She began her career performing on Broadway at age 19. Known for her nasal voice and distinctive personality, Gordon gained international recognition and critical acclaim for film roles that continued into her 70s and 80s. Her later work included performances in Rosemary's Baby (1968), Where's Poppa? (1970), Harold and Maude (1971), Every Which Way but Loose (1978), and Any Which Way You Can (1980).

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