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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 was a vaudeville, radio and movie actress who became famous as Granny on The Beverly Hillbillies. She also starred in Petticoat Junction, Hot Rhythm and Pippin on Broadway.
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- El Paso, Texas, USA
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- Santa Monica, California, USA
Irene Ryan was a vaudeville, radio and movie actress who became famous as Granny on The Beverly Hillbillies (1962). She also co-starred in the Broadway musical 'Pippin' and started a foundation for theatre aspirants.
- October 17, 1902
- April 26, 1973
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...
May 9, 2024 · Irene Ryan: 10 Facts About the Actress Who Played Granny on ‘The Beverly Hillbilllies’. In a career that spanned 50 years, the actress performed on stage, the radio, the big screen and television. By Ed Gross Updated: May 9, 2024. Actress Irene Ryan, 1945 and 1962 L-R: Universal Pictures/De Carvalho/Getty Images; Getty Images/Bettmann.
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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.
