1973
Irene Ryan, American actress and philanthropist (born 1902)
Irene Ryan, American actress and philanthropist (born 1902)
Irene Ryan, American actress and philanthropist (born 1902)
Irene Ryan
American actress (1902–1973)
- Died
- 1973
Irene Ryan was an American actress and comedienne who found success in vaudeville, radio, film, television, and Broadway. She is most widely known for her portrayal of Daisy May "Granny" Moses, mother-in-law of Buddy Ebsen's character Jed Clampett on the long-running TV series The Beverly Hillbillies (1962–1971). She was nominated for Emmy Awards for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series in 1963 and 1964 for the role.