Ruby Lafayette

Born: 1844-07-22

Birthplace: Augusta, Kentucky, USA

Biography

Ruby Lafayette (July 22, 1844 – April 3, 1935) was an American film actress, known for Sue of the South (1919), Big Bob (1921) and The Man Trap (1917). She was married to John T. Curran.

At age 82, Lafayette nearly died from injuries sustained when she was hit by a motorist.

She died in Los Angeles on April 3, 1935.

Known For

Grand Hotel
If I Had a Million
Hollywood
The Wedding Song
Beauty in Chains
The Miracle Man
The Phantom Horseman
Mother o' Mine
Sue of the South
Old Lady 31

Top Movie Credits

Grand Hotel Old Lady (uncredited)
If I Had a Million Idylwood Resident (uncredited)
Hollywood Grandmother Whitaker
Beauty in Chains Doña Perfecta (as Ruby La Fayette)
The Phantom Horseman Maxwell's Mother
Mother o' Mine Mrs. Standing
Sue of the South Granny Sue Gordon