Name: Irene Ryan
Date of Birth: 17 October 1902 Before being known to millions as "Granny" on The Beverly Hillbillies, Irene Ryan was an established vaudeville, radio and movie actress, though not as famous prior to her television stint. She was a part of Bob Hope's famous military tours and she was known as "the gal who makes Bob Hope laugh." After getting her role 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 fro... m critics, Ryan took ill and died soon after at the age of 70.Read more Irene Ryan movies (actor)User Comments |
