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Age70 (age at death)
Birthday 17 October, 1902
Birthplace San Francisco, California USA
Died 26 April, 1973
Place of Death Santa Monica, California, USA
Height 5' 2" (157 cm)
Eye Color Blue
Hair Color Grey
Zodiac Sign Libra
Nationality American
Occupation Actress
Claim to Fame The Beverly Hillbillies
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Irene Ryan Actress - Born 17 Oct 1902

Died 26 Apr 1973

Bio 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.

- IMDb Mini Biography By: Wayne Flippen & MO840

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Harold E. Knox (17 March 1946 - 18 October 1961) (divorced)

Tim Ryan (3 March 1922 - 7 October 1943) (divorced)

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