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
The Beverly Hillbillies
The Beverly Hillbillies 1962
Punteggio: 7.3
Cast: Buddy Ebsen / Irene Ryan / Donna Douglas /
Desire in the Dust
Blackbeard, the Pirate
Half Angel
My Dear Secretary
The Woman on the Beach
Acting
