Rue McClanahan
Rue McClanahan was a New York stage actress in the 1950s who later became known for her roles on television sitcoms, including Maude and The Golden Girls.
TV Actress
February 21, 1934
Pisces
June 03, 2010
76
Healdton, Oklahoma, United States
Rue McClanahan, an American actress and comedian, gained fame for her portrayal of Blanche Devereaux in the TV series “The Golden Girls.” Her career began on Broadway, eventually transitioning to television and film. Throughout her career, McClanahan appeared in various TV shows and movies, such as “Maude,” “Mama’s Family,” and “The Fighting Temptations.” She received an Emmy Award for her role in “The Golden Girls” and was inducted into the Television Hall of Fame in 2010. McClanahan passed away on June 3, 2010, at the age of 76. Notably, she was a New York stage actress in the 1950s before landing roles in popular television sitcoms.