Ruth Lyons: First Lady of Television

Synopsis

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.

Main Cast

Ruth Lyons

Herself (archive)

Age : N/A | Popularity : 0%

David Letterman

Himself

Age : 77 | Popularity : 48%

Nick Clooney

Himself

Age : 89 | Popularity : 2%

Carol Channing

Herself

Age : N/A | Popularity : 22%

John Davidson

Himself

Age : 82 | Popularity : 50%

Phyllis Diller

Herself

Age : N/A | Popularity : 25%

Phil Donahue

Himself

Age : N/A | Popularity : 19%

Johnny Mathis

Himself

Age : 88 | Popularity : 36%

Crew

Department	Role	Name
Directing	Director	David Ashbrock
Writing	Writer	Mark Magistrelli
Camera	Director of Photography	Ric Hines
Department	Role	Name

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