Ruth Powers
Ruth Powers
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Character Information
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Ruth Powers is the Simpsons’ next-door neighbor.
Biography
Ruth is divorced and has a daughter, Laura Powers, who no longer lives with her. The circumstances behind Ruth's divorce aren't explained, but she has said her ex-husband acts similar to Homer, and he was continually stiffing Ruth on child support. For revenge, she stole his car.[1]
Ruth and Marge once went on the run from the law after Ruth stole her ex-husband's convertible.[1] The auto theft charges against Ruth were dismissed, but she was later imprisoned for a short time for another offense (not specified). While she was in prison, Ruth became a bodybuilder, earned the title "Miss Mexican Mafia," and took steroids to expand her muscles.[2]
Ruth's house was seen being sold after the Financial Crisis hit Springfield, and it was bought by a disguised Sideshow Bob. After Bob was arrested and sent back to jail, the house was bought by a distant relative of Ned Flanders.[3]
Ruth is one of the few female patrons at Moe's Tavern,[4] and is often seen at Alcoholics Anonymous meetings.
Appearances
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Episode – "New Kid on the Block" - Episode – "Marge vs. the Monorail"
- Episode – "Duffless"
- Episode – "Marge on the Lam"
- Episode – "Homer the Vigilante"
- Episode – "Strong Arms of the Ma"
- Episode – "Much Apu About Nothing"
- Episode – "Homer and Lisa Exchange Cross Words"
- Episode – "The Bob Next Door" (In crowd at party)
- Episode – "Boy Meets Curl"
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