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Ruth Lyons: First Lady of Television
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.
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Cast
Ruth Lyons
Self (archive footage)
David Letterman
Self
Nick Clooney
Self
Carol Channing
Self
John Davidson
Self
Phyllis Diller
Self
Phil Donahue
Self
Johnny Mathis
Self
Peter Nero
Self
Bonnie Lou
Self
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