Ruth Nelson (actress)
| Ruth Nelson | |
|---|---|
| Promotional photograph for the film Wilson (1944) | |
| Born | Ruth Gloria Nelson August 2, 1905 Saginaw, Michigan, U.S. | 
| Died | September 12, 1992 (aged 87) New York City, U.S. | 
| Occupation | Actress | 
| Years active | 1928–1991 | 
| Spouses | |
| Relatives | James Cromwell (stepson) | 
Ruth Gloria Nelson (August 2, 1905 – September 12, 1992) was an American stage and film actress. She is known for her roles in films such as Wilson, A Tree Grows in Brooklyn, Humoresque, 3 Women, The Late Show and Awakenings. She was the wife of John Cromwell, with whom she acted on multiple occasions.