Jimmy Ritz

Jimmy Ritz

Deceased · Born: Oct 21, 1904 · Died: Nov 17, 1985

Personal Details

BornOct 21, 1904 Newark, New Jersey, USA
Spouse
  • Judy Lee

    ( Jul 19, 1953 to Oct 14, 1959 )
  • Ruth Hilliard

    ( Apr 25, 1938 to May 14, 2025 )

Biography

Jimmy Ritz, a multifaceted personality, entered this world on October 21, 1904, in the bustling city of Newark, New Jersey, USA. His talents extended far beyond the realm of mere mortals, as he was not only an accomplished actor, but also a skilled writer, leaving an indelible mark on the silver screen with his iconic performances in films such as Life Begins in College (1937),Kentucky Moonshine (1938),and Sing, Baby, Sing (1936).

Jimmy's personal life was just as fascinating as his professional endeavors. He was twice blessed in love, first with Judy Lee, and later with Ruth Hilliard, the women who brought joy and companionship to his life.

As the years went by, Jimmy's star continued to shine brightly, illuminating the path for future generations of entertainers. However, all good things must come to an end, and Jimmy Ritz's remarkable journey finally came to a close on November 17, 1985, in the City of Angels, Los Angeles, California, USA.

Career

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1976
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1975
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1963
The Sound of Laughter
The Sound of Laughter as Jimmy - Hotel Bellboy
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1944
Take It or Leave It
Take It or Leave It as (archive footage) (uncredited)
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1943
Never a Dull Moment
Never a Dull Moment as The Three Funny Bubbies
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Hi'Ya Chum
Hi'Ya Chum as Merry Madcap
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1942
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1940
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1939
The Gorilla
The Gorilla as Garrity - a Ritz Brother
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The Three Musketeers
The Three Musketeers as One of The Three Lackeys
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Pack Up Your Troubles
Pack Up Your Troubles as Jimmy Ritz - The Ritz Brothers
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1938
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Kentucky Moonshine
Kentucky Moonshine as Garrity - a Ritz Brother
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1937
On the Avenue
On the Avenue as Jimmy Ritz
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One in a Million
One in a Million as The Ritz Brothers
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1943
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1937
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1936