
Irene Ryan
Born: 1902-10-17
From: El Paso, Texas, USA
About: 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.

The Woman on the Beach
Mrs. Mary Wernecke
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Don't Worry, We'll Think of a Title
Granny (uncredited)
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Arch of Triumph
Irate Wife (uncredited)
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Blackbeard, the Pirate
Alvina, a lady in waiting
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Texas, Brooklyn & Heaven
Opal Cheever
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The WAC from Walla Walla
WAC Sgt. Kearns
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Reveille with Beverly
Elsie (uncredited)
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Mighty Joe Young
Southern Belle at the Bar (uncredited)
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The Skipper Surprised His Wife
Mrs. O'Rourke (uncredited)
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O, My Darling Clementine
Irene (Princess Sheba)
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The Beautiful Cheat
Miss Beatrice Kent
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There's a Girl in My Heart
Mrs. Mullin
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Melody for Three
Mrs. Veronica Higby (uncredited)
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