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Irene Ryan

Actor

Irene Ryan

Acting
1946 — 1952 · 3 films
Lived
17 October 1902 — d. 1973
From
El Paso, Texas, USA

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.

Career Signature

How Irene Ryan’s filmography reads.

Five of Perfery’s 75 vibes, averaged across every film they acted in.