Irene Ryan
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.
Known For
Irene
Peaceful Relations
Mrs. Mary Wernecke
The Woman on the Beach
Louise
The Diary of a Chambermaid
Granny (uncredited)
Don't Worry, We'll Think of a Title
Sheila Jones
San Diego I Love You
Bilson
That's the Spirit
Prudence
That Night with You
Irate Wife (uncredited)
Arch of Triumph
Nancy
Bonzo Goes to College
Alvina, a lady in waiting
Blackbeard, the Pirate
Nurse Kay
Half Angel
Miss Stapleton
Spring Reunion
Molly
Heading for Heaven
Tillie
Meet Me After the Show
Opal Cheever
Texas, Brooklyn & Heaven
Gloria Brewster
Melody Parade
Irene Raynor
Sarong Girl
WAC Sgt. Kearns
The WAC From Walla Walla
Elsie (uncredited)
Reveille with Beverly
Polly Kane (as Irene)
Hot Rhythm
Southern Belle at the Bar (uncredited)
Mighty Joe Young
Irene
One Big Happy Family
Just Plain Folks
The Wacky Family
Nora Finney
Desire in the Dust
Mrs. O'Rourke (uncredited)
The Skipper Surprised His Wife
Mary
My Dear Secretary
Irene
His Pest Girl
Irene Ryan
The Big Courtship
Irene
The Sultan's Daughter
Irene (Princess Sheba)
O, My Darling Clementine
Miss Beatrice Kent
The Beautiful Cheat
Mrs. Mullin
There's a Girl in My Heart
Mrs. Veronica Higby (uncredited)
Melody for Three
Eunice Johnson
Rockabilly Baby
Edgar's Wife
Hold Your Temper
Miss Clay
Ricochet Romance
Mrs. Tremble
Little Iodine
Mrs. Shaw
An Old-Fashioned Girl
Irene / Cleopatra
Will You Stop?
Personal Info
Known For
Acting
Known Credits
40
Gender
Female
Birthday
1902-10-17
Place of Birth
El Paso, Texas, USA
Also Known As
Irene Noblett