Ruth Simmons
Biography
Ruth Simmons works in acting. Born July 3, 1945 in Grapeland, Texas, USA. Archytele tracks 2 screen credits across canonical film and television databases.
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2 titles- Explained (2018) as Self - First Black Ivy League President (archive footage)
- Finding Your Roots (2012) as Self
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What movies or TV shows is Ruth Simmons best known for?
Ruth Simmons is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Explained (2018), Finding Your Roots (2012).
When and where was Ruth Simmons born?
Ruth Simmons was born on July 3, 1945 in Grapeland, Texas, USA.
How many credits does Ruth Simmons have?
Ruth Simmons has accumulated over 2 film and television credits across a career spanning from 2012 to 2018.
What is Ruth Simmons's background in cinema and television?
Ruth Simmons is an American professor and academic administrator. She is the current President of Prairie View A&M University, a historically black university. Simmons previously served as the 18th president of Brown University, where she was the first African American president of an Ivy League institution.