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Irene Ryan (born Irene Noblitt, Noblett, or Noblette; October 17, 1902 – April 26, 1973) was an American actress and comedian who found success in vaudeville, radio, film, television, and Broadway.
Irene Ryan. Actress: The Beverly Hillbillies. 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.
Irene Ryan. Actress: The Beverly Hillbillies. 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.
On The Beverly Hillbillies, star Irene Ryan played the beloved "Granny," mother-in-law of series lead "Jed Clampett." But, sadly, the actress's life came to a tragic end very...
Apr 27, 1973 · SANTA MONICA, Calif., April 26 (UPI)—Irene Ryan, whose 60‐year acting career reached climax when she became a television star In the “Beverly Hillbillies” series, died today at the age of 70.
Irene Ryan (born Jessie Irene Noblitt; October 17, 1902 – April 26, 1973) was an American actress and comedian. She was born in El Paso, Texas . Ryan was known for her role as Granny, the mother-in-law of Buddy Ebsen 's character, on the long-running TV series The Beverly Hillbillies (1962–1971).
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.
May 6, 2024 · Irene Ryan has left a lasting impression through her performance as Granny, with the role still recognized in the realm of classic television comedies. She has also inspired the Irene Ryan Acting Scholarship, awarded to promising actors.
Aug 4, 2023 · The American comedian and actress Irene Ryan was born on 17 th October 1902, in El Paso, Texas, USA, and passed away on 26 th April, 1973 in Santa Monica, California.
Irene Ryan (born Irene Noblitt, Noblett, or Noblette; October 17, 1902 – April 26, 1973) was an American actress and comedian who found success in vaudeville, radio, film, television, and Broadway.
