1949Nominee
Best Performance
Mighty Joe Young
Irene Ryan
Actor
El Paso, Texas, USA
October 17, 1902
Biography
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.
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Awards and Honors
Critical Favorites
1951Nominee
Best Performance
Half Angel
1948Nominee
Best Performance
Arch of Triumph
Career Highlights
1957Highlight
Best Performance
Spring Reunion
1948Highlight
Best Performance
My Dear Secretary
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Mighty Joe Young
Arch of Triumph
My Dear Secretary