Alice Drummond
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- May 21, 1928 in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, USA
- Died
- November 30, 2016
- Active Years
- 1962–2020 (59 Years)
- Total Credits
- 68 credits in database
Biography
Alice Elizabeth Drummond was an American actress born on May 21, 1928, in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. She was the daughter of Sarah Irene Alker and Arthur Ruyter and graduated from Pembroke College at Brown University in 1950. A veteran performer, Drummond was recognized for her extensive work in Off-Broadway theater. In 1970, she received a nomination for the Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Play for her portrayal of Mrs. Lee in The Chinese by Murray Schisgal. On screen, she is widely remembered for her role as the librarian in the 1984 film Ghostbusters. Her other film credits include Awakenings, To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything!, and Doubt. Drummond died on November 30, 2016, at the age of 88.
Career overview
Alice Elizabeth Drummond was an American actress born on May 21, 1928, in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. She was a graduate of Pembroke College at Brown University, where she completed her studies in 1950. Throughout her career, she established herself as a veteran performer in both Off-Broadway theater and television. In 1970, she received a nomination for the Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Play for her portrayal of Mrs. Lee in the Murray Schisgal production titled The Chinese.
Drummond appeared in numerous film and television projects throughout her life. She is perhaps best known for her role as the librarian in the opening scenes of the 1984 horror-comedy film Ghostbusters. Her other film credits include appearances in Awakenings, To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything!, and Doubt. Drummond passed away on November 30, 2016, at the age of 88. According to her friend June Gable, her death was the result of complications following a fall she had sustained two months prior. Over the course of her professional life, she was credited with 67 known acting roles.
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68 titles- Cleanin' Up the Town: Remembering Ghostbusters (2020) as Self
- Furry Vengeance (2010) as Mrs. Martin
- After.Life (2009) as Mrs. Hutton
- Motherhood (2009) as Edith
- Synecdoche, New York (2008) as Actress Playing Frances
- Doubt (2008) as Sister Veronica
- Chronic Town (2008) as Elizabeth
- Mitch Albom's For One More Day (2007) as Rose
- The Honeymooners (2005) as Miss Benvenuti
- Boston Legal (2004) as Lydia Tuffalo
- The Jury (2004)
- House of D (2004) as Mrs. Brevoort
- Pieces of April (2003) as Grandma Dottie
- The Rising Place (2001) as Aunt Millie
- Ed (2000) as Mrs. Shroeder
- Joe Gould's Secret (2000) as Helen
- The Love Letter (1999) as Postal Clerk
- I'll Take You There (1999) as Stella
- Advice From a Caterpillar (1999) as Diner Grandmother
- Earthly Possessions (1999) as Old Woman in Jalopy
- Just the Ticket (1998) as Lady with Cash
- In & Out (1997) as Aunt Susan
- 'Til There Was You (1997) as Harriet
- Commandments (1997) as Mrs. Mann
- Office Killer (1997) as Carlotta Douglas
- Spin City (1996) as Sondra Spencer
- Walking and Talking (1996) as Betsy
- New York News (1995)
- To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar (1995) as Clara
- Jeffrey (1995) as Grandma Rose
- Ace Ventura: Pet Detective (1994) as Mrs. Finkle
- Nobody's Fool (1994) as Hattie
- I.Q. (1994) as Dinner Guest
- Daybreak (1993) as Anna
- Money for Nothing (1993) as Mrs. Breen
- Frannie's Turn (1992) as Rosa Escobar
- Law & Order (1990) as Zelda
- Awakenings (1990) as Lucy Fishman
- Tales from the Darkside: The Movie (1990) as Carolyn (segment ‘Cat From Hell’)
- Lenny (1990)
- Money, Power, Murder. (1989) as Helen
- Animal Behavior (1989) as Site Committee
- Nikki and Alexander (1989) as Mrs Klein
- Running on Empty (1988) as Mrs. Powell
- Funny Farm (1988) as Mrs. Ethel Dinges
- The House on Carroll Street (1988) as Woman at Hearing
- The Suicide Club (1988)
- The Days and Nights of Molly Dodd (1987) as Juror
- The Equalizer (1985) as Kind Woman
- Night Court (1984) as Alice Beeker
- Night Court (1984) as Mavis Tuttle
- Kate & Allie (1984)
- Ghostbusters (1984) as Librarian
- You Can't Take it With You (1984) as Gay Wellington
- The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas (1982) as Governor's Secretary
- Eyewitness (1981) as Mrs. Eunice Deever
- Park Place (1981)
- Hide in Plain Sight (1980) as Mrs. Novack
- Sanctuary of Fear (1979) as Grace Barringer
- King of the Gypsies (1978) as Zharko's Nurse
- Thieves (1977) as Mrs. Ramsey
- Secret Service (1977) as Mrs. Varney
- Man on a Swing (1974) as Mrs. Dawson
- Particular Men (1972)
- Great Performances (1971) as Mrs. Varney
- Where’s Poppa? (1970) as Woman in Elevator
- Where the Heart Is (1969)
- The Dog Lover (1962)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Alice Drummond best known for?
Alice Drummond is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Furry Vengeance (2010), After.Life (2009), Motherhood (2009), Synecdoche, New York (2008).
When and where was Alice Drummond born?
Alice Drummond was born on May 21, 1928 in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, USA. They passed away on November 30, 2016.
How many credits does Alice Drummond have?
Alice Drummond has accumulated over 68 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1962 to 2020.
What is Alice Drummond's background in cinema and television?
Alice Elizabeth Drummond was an American actress born on May 21, 1928, in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. She was the daughter of Sarah Irene Alker and Arthur Ruyter and graduated from Pembroke College at Brown University in 1950. A veteran performer, Drummond was recognized for her extensive work in Off-Broadway theater. In ...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Boston Legal (2004) as Lydia Tuffalo — aged about 76
- Awakenings (1990) as Lucy Fishman — aged about 62
- Ed (2000) as Mrs. Shroeder — aged about 72
- Synecdoche, New York (2008) as Actress Playing Frances — aged about 80
- Ghostbusters (1984) as Librarian — aged about 56
- To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar (1995) as Clara — aged about 67
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