Ruby Dee died June 11th, 2014 at the age of 91. She appears here in 1962.
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GORGEOUS!! RIP Lady Dee
Beautiful photograph of a beautiful woman. Fabulous dress too. A Raisin in the Sun was on cable just the other day.
If you’re interested, here’s a discussion of the original production with Ms. Dee, Ossie Davis and the play’s producer:
It had recently re-aired in conjunction with the brilliant Broadway revival; great play, great woman.