
2011
Even though her program was only seen in four Midwestern cities, Ruth Lyons presided over America's highest-rated daytime TV talk show for nearly two decades! This documentary draws upon rare and previously undiscovered footage, along with comments from associates and admirers to create a portrait of an outspoken, multi-talented woman who became one of the most beloved and influential figures in TV history. Featuring the Recollections Of: Carol Channing, John Davidson, Phyllis Diller, Phil Donahue, David Letterman, Johnny Mathis, Peter Nero, Bonnie Lou, Nick Clooney, Oscar Robertson and many others, along with archival audio and video of Ruth Lyons' 50-50 Club.

Ruth Lyons
Self (archive footage)

David Letterman
Self

Nick Clooney
Self

Carol Channing
Self

John Davidson
Self

Phyllis Diller
Self

Phil Donahue
Self

Johnny Mathis
Self

Peter Nero
Self

Bonnie Lou
Self

Oscar Robertson
Self

Nancy James
Narrator

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