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At last, in 1611, was made, under the auspices of King James, the famous King James version; and this is the great literary monument of the English language.
Ruby Dee
Born: October 27, 1922
Died: June 11, 2014 (aged 91)
Bio: Ruby Dee was an American actress, poet, playwright, screenwriter, journalist and civil rights activist. She is perhaps best known for originating the role of "Ruth Younger" in the stage and film versions of A Raisin in the Sun.
Known for:
- American Gangster (2007)
- Do the Right Thing (1989)
- The Jackie Robinson Story (1950)
- Jungle Fever (1991)
- A Raisin in the Sun (1961)