Ruby Gillis

Ruby Gillis was one of Anne's friends and classmates.

Early life
Ruby was in the same age like Anne, so she probably was born in 1864 or 1865 in Avonlea. She grown up with several older sisters. Her best friend became Jane Andrews.

School
Ruby attended Avonlea school with Anne Shirley, Diana Barry, Gilbert Blythe, Josie Pye and Jane Andrews. She went to Queen's. After studies she started teach in Carmody.

Death
"Ruby Gillis is dying of galloping consumption."

- Rachel Lynde about Ruby's illness

Ruby wasn't able to teach since she had that attack of congestion in the winter 1883. She said that she wanted to teach in White Sands in the fall and marry with Herb Spencer. Ruby and her family didn't give in that she was dying of galloping consumption. She died in August 1884.

Behind the scenes

 * Jennifer Inch portrayed Ruby in two films by Kevin Sullivan, Anne of Green Gables and Anne of Green Gables: The Sequel.
 * Kim Hardy portrayed her in 1972 TV series Anne of Green Gables and its sequel, Anne of Avonlea (1975).
 * Janet Reid portrayed Ruby in 1952 TV series Anne of Green Gables.

Book appearance

 * Anne of Green Gables (first appearance)
 * Anne of Avonlea
 * Anne of the Island
 * Anne of Ingleside (mentioned only)

Movie appearance

 * Anne of Green Gables (1952)
 * Anne of Green Gables (1972)
 * Anne of Avonlea (1975)

Kevin Sullivan's films

 * Anne of Green Gables (1985)
 * Anne of Green Gables: The Sequel (1987)