Ruth Orkin
1921–1985

Introduction

Ruth Orkin (September 3, 1921 – January 16, 1985) was an American photographer, photojournalist, and filmmaker, with ties to New York City and Hollywood. Best known for her photograph An American Girl in Italy (1951), she photographed many celebrities and personalities including Lauren Bacall, Doris Day, Ava Gardner, Tennessee Williams, Marlon Brando, and Alfred Hitchcock.

Wikidata identifier

Q469449

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Roles

Artist, photographer

ULAN identifier

500344047

Names

Ruth Orkin

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