From Television Icon to Hollywood Voice

Through the 1960s and 1970s, Lee Weaver became a familiar face on television, appearing in beloved shows such as Good Morning World, I Spy, The Wild, Wild West, Mannix, Julia, and The Bill Cosby Show. His versatile talent also led to guest roles in classics like Kojak, The Jeffersons, Good Times, and The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.

Weaver’s voice acting career was equally impressive. He lent his distinctive tone to films including How Stella Got Her Groove Back (1998), O Brother, Where Art Thou? (2000), Donnie Darko (2001), and The 40-Year-Old Virgin (2005). More recently, he appeared as Mel Cordray in the hit Netflix series Grace and Frankie.

He is survived by his wife of 54 years, actress Ta-Tanisha, and their daughter, Leis La-Te.

A man of immense warmth, humor, and dignity, Lee Weaver leaves behind a legacy that shaped television and film for decades. Rest in peace, Lee — and thank you for the memories.