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- Birth nameClara Mae Merritt
- Claire Merritt Hodgson was born on September 11, 1897 in near Athens, Georgia, USA. She was an actress, known for Fancy Curves (1932), The Steve Allen Plymouth Show (1956) and Go to Bat for the Babe (1951). She was married to Babe Ruth and Frank Bishop Hodgson. She died on October 25, 1976 in New York City, New York, USA.
- SpousesBabe Ruth(April 17, 1929 - August 16, 1948) (his death)Frank Bishop Hodgson(March 17, 1915 - February 16, 1921) (his death, 1 child)
- Gave birth to Julia Ruth Stevens when she was 19.
- Introduced to Babe Ruth by James Barton. Claire was on tour with Barton at the time with the Broadway-bound musical "Dew Drop Inn".
- Actress, model.
- Married Babe Ruth the day before the Yankees Opening Day against the Boston Red Sox.
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