Irene Ryan Photo

Irene Ryan

Acting

1.1 Popularity Oct 17, 1902 (70 years old) El Paso, Texas, USA

Before becoming known to millions as Granny on The Beverly Hillbillies (1962), Irene Ryan was already an established vaudeville, radio and movie actress, though not as famous prior to her television stint. She accompanied Bob Hope on his famous military tours and she was known as "the gal who ma...

Biography

Before becoming known to millions as Granny on The Beverly Hillbillies (1962), Irene Ryan was already an established vaudeville, radio and movie actress, though not as famous prior to her television stint. She accompanied Bob Hope on his famous military tours and she was known as "the gal who makes Bob Hope laugh." After being cast as Granny, she became famous overnight. When the Hillbillies ended, she co-starred in the Broadway musical 'Pippin' with Ben Vereen. Unfortunately, despite wonderful reviews from critics, Ryan took ill, was discovered to have an inoperable brain tumor and died soon after at the age of 70.

Filmography 57

1970
1966
Don't Worry, We'll Think of a Title Movie

as Granny (uncredited)

1964
The Hollywood Palace TV

as Self - Panelist

1963
1963
1962
1962
1961
1960
Desire in the Dust Movie

as Nora Finney

1957
Rockabilly Baby Movie

as Eunice Johnson

1957
Alcoa Theatre TV

as Martha Henderson

1957
Spring Reunion Movie

as Miss Stapleton

1954
Ricochet Romance Movie

as Miss Clay

Photos 2

Irene Ryan Photo
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Personal Details

Known For Acting
Gender Not specified
Birthday October 17, 1902 (70 years old)
Died April 26, 1973
Place of Birth El Paso, Texas, USA
Also Known As Irene Noblett, Reenie, Irene Noblitt and 2 more
Years Active 1935 - 1970
Popularity 1.1
Career Stats
57 Total Credits
40 Movie Roles
17 TV Roles
2 Photos