Irene Ryan
Birthday: 1902-10-17 | Place of Birth: San Francisco, California, USABefore 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
Acting
Role
as Granny
as Nora Finney
as Alvina, a lady in waiting
as Nurse Kay
as Mary
as Mrs. Mary Wernecke
as Louise
as Polly Kane (as Irene)
as Gloria Brewster
as Irene
as Irene (Princess Sheba)
as Irene Raynor
