J. Walter Ruben | |
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Born |
Jacob Walter Ruben August 14, 1899 New York City, New York |
Died | September 4, 1942 Hollywood, California |
(aged 43)
Other names | Walter Ruben |
Occupation | Screenwriter, film director, producer |
Years active | 1926–1942 |
Spouse(s) | Virginia Bruce (1937–1942) |
Jacob Walter Ruben (August 14, 1899 – September 4, 1942) was an American screenwriter, film director and producer. He wrote for 35 films between 1926 and 1942. He also directed 19 films between 1931 and 1940. His great-grandson is actor Hutch Dano.
He was born in New York City and died in Hollywood. He is interred at Glendale's Forest Lawn Memorial Park Cemetery.