Eileen Ryan

Movie Actress

Birthday October 16, 1927

Birth Sign Libra

Birthplace New York City, NY

DEATH DATE Oct 9, 2022 (94)

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About

Actress who played a memorable role in The Crossing Guard, which was directed by her son, actor Sean Penn. She amassed over 60 on-screen acting roles throughout her long career. 

Before Fame

She was born Eileen Annucci to a nurse mother and a dentist father.

Trivia

She was once a mother-in-law to pop singer Madonna. She played the character Grandma in the 2005 horror film Feast. 

Family Life

She was married to actor Leo Penn from 1958 until his death in 1998, and they had three sons, including notable actors Sean and Chris Penn.

Associated With

She is the mother of the late actor Chris Penn.