Who is Babe Ruth’s wife?

Last Modified May 12, 2025 18:44 GMT
Portrait of Babe Ruth
Portrait of Babe Ruth. Source: Getty

Babe Ruth, one of the greatest baseball players of all time, was born on February 6, 1895, in New York City, United States. He played for three teams during his career: the Boston Red Sox, the New York Yankees, and the Boston Braves, accumulating 714 home runs, 488 strikeouts, and a win-loss record of 94-46. Ruth also won seven World Series while becoming a two-time All-Star, a 12-time AL Home Run leader, and a six-time AL RBI Leader.

Babe Ruth's wife

Throughout his life, Babe Ruth was married twice. Ruth’s first marriage was to Helen Woodford, whom he married in 1914. They had met as teenagers in Baltimore and had fallen in love. The couple adopted Dorothy Ruth, Babe Ruth’s biological child, from his mistress, Juanita Jennings. Helen separated from her husband in 1925. Four years later, in 1929, Helen tragically died in a house fire at the residence of dentist Edward Kinder, where she had been residing.

Claire Merritt Ruth was Babe Ruth’s second wife. She was born on September 11, 1900, and was a native of Athens, Georgia, United States. Before marrying Ruth, she married Frank Hodgson and had a daughter named Julia. Frank died on February 16, 1921, and on April 17, Clarie tied the knot with Babe Ruth.

Claire remained by Ruth’s side until his death on August 16, 1948. After Ruth’s departure, Claire dedicated a monument in the Yankee Stadium and a field in the Bronx in Ruth’s name. She accepted the American Legion’s Distinguished Service medal for her husband in 1949 and helped organize the Babe Ruth Leagues, now known as Babe Ruth Baseball International, as per The New York Times.

Claire Merritt Ruth was 79 when she passed away on October 25, 1976.

FAQs on Babe Ruth

A. Babe Ruth was married twice. His first wife was Helen Woodford (1914 to 1929). His second wife was Claire Merritt Ruth (1929 to 1948).

A. Babe Ruth's full name is George Herman Ruth.

A. Babe Ruth started his career as a pitcher for the Boston Red Sox, but he made his name in history as an outfielder with the New York Yankees.

A. Babe Ruth won seven World Series championships during his career.

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