Personal details
Known for
Acting
Gender
Female
Born
17 ตุลาคม 1902
Died
26 เมษายน 1973
Place of birth
El Paso, Texas, USA
Also known as
Irene Noblett · Reenie · Irene Noblitt · Irene Noblette
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.
