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Ruth Foster

Ruth Foster

Actor · born 29 January 1920 · Cincinnati, Ohio, USA

Ruth E. Foster (January 29, 1920 – May 12, 2012) was an American actress best known for portraying Walnut Grove's postmaster Melinda Foster for several seasons on the NBC TV series Little House on the Prairie (1974–1983).

Where to start: The Poseidon Adventure (1972).

As actor 11

TV shows 2

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Ruth Foster movie?

By viewer score, The Poseidon Adventure (1972) at 7.2/10.

What are Ruth Foster’s most popular movies?

Conquest of the Planet of the Apes, The Towering Inferno, The Poseidon Adventure.

How many movies has Ruth Foster made?

11 films on TMDB, 11 as actor.

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