Fans of films and television shows such as “The Bill Cosby Show,” “Hill Street Blues,” and “O Brother, Where Art Thou?” are mourning the loss of actor Lee Weaver, who passed away at the age of 95.Â
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Weaver passed away on September 22 at home in Los Angeles. However, his family kept his death private until November 1. The family said of his legacy, “[He] wove joy, depth, and representation into every role he played and everything he did.”
Weaver was born on April 10, 1930, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Before becoming a beloved character actor, Weaver served four years in the US Army and later worked as a linotype engineer for The New York Times. He leaves behind a wife and a daughter.
Many are Taking to Social Media to Tribute Weaver’s Legacy
Weaver appeared in numerous films and television shows throughout his career, spanning several decades. As a result, fans are flocking to social media platforms to pay tribute to the legacy he leaves behind.
The Hills Street Blues Fan Group on X said, “Lee Weaver, who starred as Buck Naked, passed away on the 22nd of September. Lee reprised the role in Steven Bochco-produced NYPD Blue and City of Angels. Lee also played a bartender, ‘The Shooter’. R.I.P”
Someone else wrote, “Iâm sorry to learn of Mr. Lee Weaverâs passing. Every now and then, this actor would come across my mind. I truly enjoyed the characters he played over the many years. My condolences are with his family at this time.”
Another fan wrote, “RIP actor Lee Weaver. Pals with Bill Cosby and Cannonball Adderley â the great saxophonist was his best man and named the 1964 song âThe Weaverâ for him â he was quite memorable on âHill Street Bluesâ and as a blind man in âO Brother, Where Art Thou?â”
Finally, another person said, “95, what a life. Starred in he 80s series EASY STREET with Loni Anderson and Jack Elam.”
He Will Be Missed
According to IMDb, Weaver appeared in over 140 roles throughout his career. One of his first came in 1955, when he was cast in the show “Sheena: Queen of the Jungle.” He appeared in six episodes of the series.
From there, he made episodic appearances in shows like “Julia,” “The Wild Wild West,” and “I Spy.” His seven-episode arc on “The Bill Cosby Show” came in 1969. Some of his other notable roles include “G.I. Joe: Arise, Serpentor, Arise!,” “Easy Street,” and “NYPD Blue.” More recently, he appeared in two episodes of Netflix’s “Grace & Frankie.”
He will be missed!
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