Ruth Nelson (actress)

Ruth Nelson
Promotional photograph for the film Wilson (1944)
Born
Ruth Gloria Nelson

(1905-08-02)August 2, 1905
DiedSeptember 12, 1992(1992-09-12) (aged 87)
New York City, U.S.
OccupationActress
Years active1928–1991
Spouses
  • (m. 1931; div. 1937)
  • (m. 1947; died 1979)

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.