Bea Benaderet
Veteran character actress and voice artist Bea Benaderet was the first to be considered for the role of Granny. However, Benaderet was too large and “busty” to fit that image.
Reportedly, Bea Benaderet, herself recommended Irene Ryan for the role, who came in and “blew everyone away” with a wonderful screen test, which still survives today and is included as an extra on the DVD set.