Mercedes Ruehl

AKA:
Mercedes J Ruehl
Nationality:
American
Birthdate:
02/28/1948
Birthplace:
Queens, New York
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biography
Like many who achieve "overnight success,” Mercedes Ruehl had spent many years honing her craft on stage and in small roles in film and TV before breaking through in 1988 with two high profile parts. The New York native spent a somewhat peripatetic childhood, moving frequently until her FBI agent father and teacher mother finally settled in Silver Spring, Maryland. After returning to New York to attend college, Ruehl settled in Manhattan and studied acting with Uta Hagen while supporting herself with the usual battery of odd jobs (e.g., waitressing). She landed her first film role (a bit part Continued
Credits
(TV Show)
2008-2008
(TV Show)
2007-2007
(TV Show)
2004-2004
Actor
2004
(TV Show)
2004-2004
Grace
2001
Elizabeth Avila
2000
Jane
1999
Roseanna
1997
Samantha
1989
Mrs Baskin
1988
Ilene Madigan
Elaine
Connie Russo
Anne Napolitano
Deputy District Attorney Lael Rubin
milestones
Year
Milestone
 
Worked as waitress while studying acting; performed in workshops and occasional Off-Off-Broadway showcases
 
Went on year-long tour of high schools and colleges with "Come Blow Your Horn" and "The Miracle Worker"
1979 
Film debut, "The Warriors" as a poicewoman
1980 
Joined the company acting in repertory at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts
1983 
Appeared in Off-Off-Broadway revival of "June Moon" in NYC
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