Charlie Ruggles

American Actor in Early Film and Theatre

Charlie Ruggles - American Actor in Early Film and Theatre
Born

February 8th, 1886
139 years ago

Died

1970
55 years ago — 84 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An American actor with a career spanning over five decades, remembered for roles in both silent and sound films. Ruggles appeared in numerous films in the 1930s and 1940s, becoming a recognizable face in Hollywood. Noteworthy performances include significant roles in 'The Front Page' and 'Bringing Up Baby', alongside prominent figures like Cary Grant and Katharine Hepburn. Ruggles also held a successful stage career in vaudeville before transitioning to film.

Acted in 'Bringing Up Baby'

Starred in 'The Front Page'

Appeared in numerous films from the 1930s to 1940s

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