Ruth Younger

Ruth Younger is a fictional character from Lorraine Hansberry’s play "A Raisin in the Sun." She is the wife of Walter Lee Younger and a mother navigating the challenges of financial struggles and personal aspirations during the 1950s in Chicago. Ruth is portrayed as practical and weary, balancing her family's desires with the realities of their living situation. Her character embodies themes of sacrifice, resilience, and the quest for a better life, highlighting the struggles of African American families during that era. Ruth's decisions profoundly influence the family's journey towards hope and fulfillment.