The Beverly Hillbillies
1962
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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.
Apr 21, 2024 · There are a few rumors about how Ryan got the role in The Beverly Hillbillies, including that actress Bea Benaderet vouched for her on set. According to an interview with Ryan in the El Paso Times from 1963, the casting director for The Beverly Hillbillies told Ryan she was too young for the part.
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.
A photo of Irene Ryan when she was young. You might remember her as "Granny" on The Beverly Hillbillies. Photo is from 1920. Irene was born in El Paso, Texas, in 1902.
Feb 20, 2024 · Irene Ryan, 1963 / Everett Collection. Irene performed in a number of comedy sketches and shorts showcasing her many skills. Beyond her time on The Beverly Hillbillies, she also dabbled on Broadway, taking the big stage in Pippin which would be her last role before dying at age 70 in 1973, two years after The Beverly Hillbillies came to an end.
May 6, 2024 · The Unforgettable Irene Ryan: A Granny Clampett Extravaganza. Irene Ryan etched her name in the hearts of viewers as the feisty, pipe-smokin’ Granny Clampett on ‘The Beverly Hillbillies,’ but her legacy stretches further than the hills of Beverly.
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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.
