Karola Ruth Westheimer was a German and American sex therapist and talk show host. She appeared on many television shows including Between the Lions, Quantum Leap, Ally McBeal, Head Cases, Tall Tales & Legends and Moonlighting. She appeared in television movies including "Lipshitz Saves the World," "One Woman or Two" and "Forever, Lulu." Westheimer had a documentary made about her life and career titled "Ask Dr. Ruth," and hosted talk shows including What's Up, Dr. Ruth, Dr. Ruth Westheimer, All New Dr. Ruth Show and Dr. Ruth's Never Too Late.
Dr. Ruth Westheimer
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Dr. Ruth Westheimer
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Dr. Ruth Westheimer
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Birthday
June 4, 1928
Birthplace
Karlstadt am Main, Germany
Date of Passing
July 12, 2024
Obituary
The Hollywood Reporter
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