Irene Ryan
Acting
Born October 17, 1902 · El Paso, Texas, USA
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 di…
Known For · 40 titles
The Bob Hope Show
The Merv Griffin Show
The Real McCoys
Love, American Style
Matinee Theater
My Three Sons
The Beverly Hillbillies
Petticoat Junction
The Dean Martin Show
Mister Ed
The Danny Kaye Show
Alcoa Theatre
The Whistler
The Hollywood Palace
The Don Knotts Show
General Electric Theater
Bringing Up Buddy
Mighty Joe Young
Half Angel
Spring Reunion
Blackbeard, the Pirate
The Diary of a Chambermaid
Bob Hope's World of Comedy
Sarong Girl
O, My Darling Clementine
My Dear Secretary
Heading for Heaven
Arch of Triumph
An Old-Fashioned Girl
The Woman on the Beach
The Skipper Surprised His Wife
The Beautiful Cheat
That's the Spirit
Reveille with Beverly
Meet Me After the Show
Desire in the Dust
Bonzo Goes to College
Melody for Three
Hot Rhythm
One Big Happy Family