Tony Dow played Beaver's big brother Wally Cleaver in TV's, has died, according to the gallery owner who represented Dow as a sculptor. He was 77 and had been diagnosed with cancer.
"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," according to a"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. One fan said it best—'It is rare when there is a person who is so universally loved like Tony.
His death was confirmed by telephone by Frank Bilotta of the Bilotta Gallery which sells Dow's sculpture. The announcement came a day after news of Dow's death was mistakenly posted and then that notice was removed.Dow was 12 years old when he was cast as Wally Cleaver, the handsome, earnest older brother to Theodore"The Beaver" Cleaver, played by Jerry Mathers. Sibling rivalry, neighborhood mischief, school crushes.
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