‘Leave It To Beaver’ Actor Tony Dow Dies At 77 Following Mixup Over His Condition
etcanada.comActor Tony Dow, best known for portraying Wally Cleaver on iconic family sitcom “Leave It to Beaver”, has passed away at age 77.
On Wednesday, the actor’s management shared the sad news that he had passed away in a post on his Facebook page. “We have received confirmation from Christopher, Tony’s son, that Tony passed away earlier this morning, with his loving family at his side to see him through this journey,” the statement said. “We know that the world is collectively saddened by the loss of this incredible man.
He gave so much to us all and was loved by so many,” it continued. “One fan said it best—’It is rare when there is a person who is so universally loved like Tony.'” The statement also included words from Dow’s son Christopher, who said, “Although this is a very sad day, I have comfort and peace that he is in a better place.
He was the best Dad anyone could ask for. He was my coach, my mentor, my voice of reason, my best friend, my best man in my wedding, and my hero.
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