Veteran actor dies aged 95
Veteran actor Lee Weaver, who captivated audiences through the 1960s and 1970s, has passed away at the age of 95. According to reports from Forbes, Weaver died peacefully at his home in Los Angeles on September 22. His family shared a heartfelt statement, remembering him as a man who “wove joy, depth, and representation into every role he played and everything he did.”
Born April 10, 1930, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Weaver’s journey to stardom was as remarkable as his performances. Before entering the entertainment world, he served four years in the U.S. Army and later worked as a linotype engineer for The New York Times. He also promoted jazz legends at New York’s iconic Birdland club, a testament to his love for the arts.
Weaver began his acting career on stage in the 1950s before making his television debut in Sheena, Queen of the Jungle. It marked the start of an enduring career that would span decades and touch multiple generations of viewers.