The actor who played Wally Cleaver was found dead on Tuesday morning.
77-year-old Tony Dow, who played Wally Cleaver on “Leave it to Beaver,” has passed away.
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Dow died Tuesday morning, according to his management team.
Frank Bilotta and Renee James announced in a Facebook post that their beloved Tony passed away this morning.
“Tony was kind, compassionate, funny, and humble. Just being around him was a pleasure. You could not help but love him. The world has lost an amazing person, but we are all richer for what he has left us. From those of us who were fortunate enough to know Wally Cleaver personally – thank you Tony. We will miss you.” “Thank you for the memories of a simpler time, for the laughter, for the friendship, and for the feeling that you were our big brother. We will miss you.”
The cause of death was not disclosed.
A month after Dow celebrated his 77th birthday, his wife, Lauren Shulkind, announced that his cancer had returned.
At the time, Shulkind wrote, “Dear friends and fans of Tony Dow, I am sorry to share some very sad news with you.” Tony Dow has once again been diagnosed with cancer. It is very difficult for him to face this reality, but he is doing his best to cope.
Thank you in advance for your kind thoughts. Our love, Lauren & Tony.”
When Tony Dow was a child, he starred alongside Jerry Mathers, Barbara Billingsley, Hugh Beaumont and Ken Osmond in “Leave it to Beaver.” The show originally aired on CBS before it switched to ABC.
A reunion show titled “Still the Beaver” and its sequel, “The New Leave It to Beaver,” were hosted by the actor.