Rita Gam

Rita Gam

Deceased · Born: Apr 2, 1927 · Died: Mar 22, 2016

Personal Details

BornApr 2, 1927 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
Spouse
  • Thomas Henry Guinzburg

    ( Mar 23, 1956 to Feb 27, 1963 )
  • Sidney Lumet

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Aug 15, 1955 )
Parents
  • Milton MacKay
  • Sarah Belle Fately

Biography

Rita Gam, a talented and multifaceted individual, made her mark on the world by being born on April 2, 1927, in the vibrant city of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America.

Throughout her illustrious career, Rita Gam showcased her remarkable acting abilities in a wide range of cinematic endeavors, leaving a lasting impact on the world of film. Some of her most notable performances can be seen in the iconic films "Klute" (1971),"The Thief" (1952),and "King of Kings" (1961).

Beyond her impressive acting career, Rita Gam was also a skilled producer, demonstrating her versatility and dedication to the craft. Her work in this capacity further solidified her position as a respected and accomplished figure in the entertainment industry.

In her personal life, Rita Gam was married twice, first to Thomas Henry Guinzburg, and then to the renowned director Sidney Lumet. This marriage to Lumet, in particular, brought her into close proximity with the world of film direction, further deepening her connection to the industry.

Rita Gam's life came full circle on March 22, 2016, when she passed away in Los Angeles, California, United States of America, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire and influence those who knew her and were touched by her work.

Career

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1996
Rowing Through
Rowing Through as Iris Biglow
{"id":60531,"title":"Midnight","year":"1989","character":"Heidi","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/midnight-1988","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_60531.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_60531.jpg"},"released":1}
1989
Midnight
Midnight as Heidi
{"id":80410,"title":"Distortions","year":"1987","character":"Mildred Tyson","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/distortions","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_80410.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_80410.jpg"},"released":1}
1987
Distortions
Distortions as Mildred Tyson
{"id":10086,"title":"Tales of the Unexpected","year":1981,"character":"Lisa Brisson","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/tales-of-the-unexpected","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/5qnk26o0nd00.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/5qnk26o0nd00.jpg"},"released":1}
1981
{"id":163860,"title":"Greatest Heroes of the Bible","year":"1978","character":"Xantha","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/greatest-heroes-of-the-bible-1978","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_163860.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_163860.jpg"},"released":1}
1978
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1974
The Gardener
The Gardener as Helena Boardman
{"id":86354,"title":"Law and Disorder","year":"1974","character":"Woman in Cab","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/law-and-disorder","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_86354.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_86354.jpg"},"released":1}
Law and Disorder
Law and Disorder as Woman in Cab
{"id":14214,"title":"Shoot Out","year":"1971","character":"Emma","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/shoot-out","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_14214.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_14214.jpg"},"released":1}
1971
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Klute
Klute as Trina
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{"id":10355,"title":"Family Affair","year":1966,"character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/family-affair-1966","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_10355.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_10355.jpg"},"released":1}
1966
{"id":198530,"title":"No Exit","year":"1962","character":"Estelle","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/no-exit-1962","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_198530.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_198530.jpg"},"released":1}
1962
No Exit
No Exit as Estelle
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1961
King of Kings
King of Kings as Herodias
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1959
Hannibal
Hannibal as Sylvia
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1958
Sierra Baron
Sierra Baron as Felicia Delmonte
{"id":66950,"title":"Mohawk","year":"1956","character":"Onida","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/mohawk","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_66950.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_66950.jpg"},"released":1}
1956
Mohawk
Mohawk as Onida
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1955
Magic Fire
Magic Fire as Cosima Liszt
{"id":67363,"title":"Night People","year":"1954","character":"Ricky Cates","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/night-people-1954","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_67363.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_67363.jpg"},"released":1}
1954
Night People
Night People as Ricky Cates
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{"id":67646,"title":"Saadia","year":"1953","character":"Saadia","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/saadia","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_67646.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_67646.jpg"},"released":1}
1953
Saadia
Saadia as Saadia
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1952
The Thief
The Thief as The Girl
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1951
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2005
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1987