
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.

Love, American Style
TV • 1969

The Merv Griffin Show
TV • 1962

My Three Sons
TV • 1960

Petticoat Junction
TV • 1963

The Beverly Hillbillies
TV • 1962

Matinee Theater
TV • 1955

Mister Ed
TV • 1961

The Bob Hope Show
TV • 1950

The Real McCoys
TV • 1957

Alcoa Theatre
TV • 1957

The Dean Martin Show
TV • 1965

The Danny Kaye Show
TV • 1963

The Hollywood Palace
TV • 1964

General Electric Theater
TV • 1953

Mighty Joe Young
MOVIE • 1949

The Skipper Surprised His Wife
MOVIE • 1950

Spring Reunion
MOVIE • 1957

Sarong Girl
MOVIE • 1943