Irene Ryan
Known for: Acting
Born: October 16, 1902 in El Paso, Texas, USA - Died: April 25, 1973
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.
Known for
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Peaceful Relations
Irene
The Woman on the Beach
Mrs. Mary Wernecke
The Diary of a Chambermaid
Louise
Don't Worry, We'll Think of a Title
Granny (uncredited)
San Diego I Love You
Sheila Jones
That's the Spirit
Bilson
That Night with You
Prudence
Bonzo Goes to College
Nancy
Blackbeard, the Pirate
Alvina, a lady in waiting
Half Angel
Nurse Kay
Spring Reunion
Miss Stapleton
Heading for Heaven
Molly
Meet Me After the Show
Tillie
Texas, Brooklyn & Heaven
Opal Cheever
Melody Parade
Gloria Brewster
Sarong Girl
Irene Raynor
The WAC from Walla Walla
WAC Sgt. Kearns
Reveille with Beverly
Elsie (uncredited)
Hot Rhythm
Polly Kane (as Irene)
Mighty Joe Young
Southern Belle at the Bar (uncredited)
One Big Happy Family
Irene
Just Plain Folks
The Wacky Family
Desire in the Dust
Nora Finney