Virginia Patton has died aged 97. The 'It's A Wonderful Life' actress - who played Ruth Dakin Bailey in the 1946 comedy classic - is said to have passed away at an assisted living facility on August 18 in Albany, Georgia.
The Hollywood star's passing was listed by Mathews Funeral Home. Virginia's co-star Karolyn Grimes has led tributes. She wrote on Facebook: "We have another angel!
Virginia Patton Moss. She was 97 years old. She is now with her beloved Cruse. She will be missed!" Virginia was born in Cleveland, Ohio in June 1925, and graduated from Jefferson High School in Portland, before she relocated to Los Angeles to study at the University of Southern California.
The movie star went on to land leading roles in 1947's 'The Burning Cross' and 1948's 'Black Eagle' after her role in 'It's A Wonderful Life'.
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