She'd rather go it alone first, head west and pass herself off as Ruby Keeler.

This is the part that vaulted Ruby Keeler out of retirement 26 years ago.

None had the classic up-through-the-ranks training that has marked theatrical careers since the days of Ruby Keeler.

August 25 - Ruby Keeler, actress, singer and dancer (d. 1993)

A great tune, great lyrics and Ruby Keeler dances well.

February 28 - Ruby Keeler, actress, singer and dancer (born 1910)

August 10 - Ruby Keeler, actress and dancer (died 1993)

She's pin-up pretty, but she doesn't have the rough edges that made you root for Ruby Keeler (who couldn't stop looking at her feet).

"I met Ruby Keeler when I was in first grade," he said.

They're pretty, but wouldn't be much competition for Ruby Keeler.