Ruth Lyons: First Lady of Television

Ruth Lyons: First Lady of Television · 2011

Ruth Lyons: First Lady of Television (2011) is a Documentary film directed by David Ashbrock, starring Ruth Lyons, David Letterman, Nick Clooney.

Documentary

Overview

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.

Cast

Ruth Lyons, David Letterman, Nick Clooney, Carol Channing, John Davidson, Phyllis Diller, Phil Donahue, Johnny Mathis

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What is "Ruth Lyons: First Lady of Television" about?

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.

When was "Ruth Lyons: First Lady of Television" released?

Ruth Lyons: First Lady of Television was released in 2011.

Who stars in "Ruth Lyons: First Lady of Television"?

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