Slightly O/T- Who is this guy with Ruth?
 

I was recently sent a photo from a local hobby friend, and show promoter, asking who was in this picture. Of course I told him Ruth. :) Alas, he wants to know the young guy in the turban? Any help?

His son,

The Sultan of Swat Jr.

Too perfect Frank!

Frank you're the best! And quick!

I am thinking that this might be Sabu. He did war bond drives during World War II and this seems to be about that period based on the way The Babe looks. Sabu would have been in his late teens as well, which would also be correct.

http://www.filmreference.com/images/sjff_03_img1325.jpg

Tom C

I also think it is Sabu. He was a big star in the 1940's.

1930's Dixie Premium set?
 

AKA "The Elephant Boy"....


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Sabu made two classic movies: The Thief of Bagdad (1940), and the Jungle Book (1942). That looks roughly the age of the photo. It's two big stars meeting each other.