THE DATE BEHIND THE NAME
Ruth Orkin
American photographer and filmmaker (1921-1985)
Ruth Orkin was born on September 3, 1921 in Boston, United States and died on January 16, 1985, aged 63.
Born
September 3, 1921
Ruth Orkin died aged 63.
Died: January 16, 1985
Source:
Synchronized from Wikidata on October 5, 2026.
- Birthplace
- Boston, United States
- Professions
- cinematographer, photographer, film director, screenwriter, street photographer, film editor, film producer
- Citizenship
- United States
More about Ruth Orkin
- Zodiac sign
- Virgo
Family
- Spouse
- Morris Engel
Official links & social profiles
All birth date sources
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- Encyclopædia Britannica Online
- SNAC
- Luminous-Lint
- BnF authorities
- RKDartists
- IMDb
- Artists of the World Online
Synchronized from Wikidata on October 5, 2026. View Wikidata record
Questions people ask
How old was Ruth Orkin when they died?
Ruth Orkin died aged 63.
When is Ruth Orkin’s birthday?
Ruth Orkin’s recorded birthday is September 3.
Where was Ruth Orkin born?
Ruth Orkin was born in Boston, United States.
When did Ruth Orkin die?
Ruth Orkin died on January 16, 1985.