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1984
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Ruth Winifred Cracknell AM (6 July 1925 – 13 May 2002) was an Australian character and comic actress, comedienne and author, her career encompassing all genres including radio, theatre, television and film. She appeared in many dramatic as well as comedy roles throughout a career spanning some 56 years.
Ruth Cracknell was born on 6 July 1925 in Maitland, New South Wales, Australia. She was an actress, known for Mother and Son (1984), The Night, the Prowler (1978) and Lilian's Story (1996). She was married to Eric Phillips. She died on 13 May 2002 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
- January 1, 1
- Maitland, New South Wales, Australia
- January 1, 1
- Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
May 14, 2002 · Ruth Cracknell, one of Australia's favourite actresses, died last night after a long illness. She was 76.
Ruth Cracknell was born on July 6, 1925 in Maitland, New South Wales, Australia. She was an actress, known for Mother and Son (1984), The Night, the Prowler (1978) and Lilian's Story (1996). She was married to Eric Phillips. She died on May 13, 2002 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
- July 6, 1925
- May 13, 2002
May 12, 2022 · Twenty years ago, in May 2002, accomplished actress Ruth Cracknell died. She was one of Australia’s favourite actors, and her career in radio, revue, theatre, television and film spanned 56 years.
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May 18, 2002 · Ruth Cracknell stopped the room when she entered. She stopped the room when she left. When the hearse carrying her coffin edged down Phillip Street yesterday, the church bells tolled, a biting westerly wind signalled the start of winter, and a corner of Sydney came to a stop.
Nov 28, 2022 · The original pairing of Ruth Cracknell and Garry McDonald made the show a viewer favourite when it screened for six seasons from 1984 to 1994. In 1994, Cracknell won two Logies for Most Popular Comedy Personality and Most Outstanding Actress, while McDonald won Most Outstanding Actor.
