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Ruth Lyons: First Lady of Television (2011)

Released December 12, 2011Runtime 1h 41mDirector David Ashbrock

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.

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Cast of Ruth Lyons: First Lady of Television

David Letterman

David Letterman

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Nick Clooney

Nick Clooney

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Carol Channing

Carol Channing

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John Davidson

John Davidson

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Phyllis Diller

Phyllis Diller

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Phil Donahue

Phil Donahue

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Johnny Mathis

Johnny Mathis

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Oscar Robertson

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About Ruth Lyons: First Lady of Television

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Who stars in Ruth Lyons: First Lady of Television?

Ruth Lyons: First Lady of Television stars Ruth Lyons, David Letterman, Nick Clooney, Carol Channing, John Davidson.

Who directed Ruth Lyons: First Lady of Television?

Ruth Lyons: First Lady of Television was directed by David Ashbrock.

How long is Ruth Lyons: First Lady of Television?

Ruth Lyons: First Lady of Television has a runtime of 1h 41m.

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.