But possibly her most memorable role was as Randy Quaid's daughter "Ruby Sue" in National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation. Considered one of the greatest Christmas movies of all time, this …

Nov 16, 2022 · Remember Ruby Sue from 'Christmas Vacation'? Find out what Ellen Latzen, the former child star who played the character, is up to now.

Dec 5, 2025 · Actor Ellen Latzen — who played Ruby Sue in the iconic holiday film — is now staging a comeback. After spending decades away from the entertainment industry, Latzen realized that her …

Sep 29, 2020 · She played Ruby Sue (Eddie's precocious young daughter) in Christmas Vacation, stealing scenes and delivering some of the film's best laughs along the way, but where did she …

Dec 10, 2024 · Emma Hamilton Lazen, who is best known for her role in the 1989 movie, looks worlds apart from her iconic childhood role 35 years later. She played adorable kid Ruby Sue Johnson, the …

Dec 16, 2024 · Latzen played Ruby Sue, the daughter of Catherine and Eddie, picking up the role after already debuting in 1987's Fatal Attraction, showing up in a 1987 episode of Family Ties and a 1989...

Dec 6, 2025 · Lehigh Valley’s own Ellen Latzen, who stole hearts as Ruby Sue in the classic 80's movie National Lampoon Christmas Vacation, is back at it.