Alice Drummond facts for kids

Alice Elizabeth Drummond (born Alice Elizabeth Ruyter, May 21, 1928 – November 30, 2016) was an American actress. She was well-known for her many roles on stage, in movies, and on TV. Many people remember her as Alice, the librarian, from the start of the 1984 movie Ghostbusters. She was also nominated for a Tony Award in 1970 for her work in a play called The Chinese.

Early Life and Education

Alice Elizabeth Ruyter was born in Pawtucket, Rhode Island in 1928. Her mother, Sarah Irene, was a secretary, and her father, Arthur Ruyter, was an auto mechanic. She went to Pembroke College (which was a women's college at Brown University) and finished her studies in 1950.

Acting Career

Alice Drummond had a long career in acting. She appeared in many TV shows and movies.

Television Roles

She played Nurse Jackson in the TV series Dark Shadows in 1967. She was also a regular on the CBS soap opera Where the Heart Is. On that show, she played Loretta Jardin until it ended in 1973. She also had a short role on another CBS soap opera, As the World Turns. Later, she made guest appearances on popular TV shows like Kate & Allie, Law & Order, Boston Legal, and Yes, Dear.

Movie Roles

One of Alice Drummond's most famous movie roles was the librarian in the opening scene of Ghostbusters. In this horror-comedy film, her character is scared by a poltergeist. She also played a patient in the 1990 movie Awakenings. She appeared as an older person in the film Furry Vengeance. Other movies she was in include Ace Ventura: Pet Detective, To Wong Foo Thanks for Everything, Julie Newmar, and Pieces of April.

Personal Life and Passing

Alice Ruyter married Paul Drummond in 1951. They lived in Manhattan, New York City. They separated in 1975 and later divorced in 1976.

Alice Drummond passed away on November 30, 2016. She was 88 years old. She died from problems after a fall at her home in The Bronx, New York City.

Selected Filmography

Film

Television

See Also

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