Veteran Character Actor Lee Weaver Passes Away at 95
Actor Lee Weaver, who left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry over his six-decade career, has passed away at the age of 95. Weaver's extensive body of work earned him a reputation as a talented character actor with a gift for bringing depth and representation to every role.
Born in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, in 1930, Weaver began his career in the 1950s as a stage performer before transitioning to television and film. He quickly made a name for himself as a familiar face on various TV shows of the 1960s and 1970s, including _Good Morning World_, _I Spy_, and _The Wild, Wild West_. His versatility extended beyond television, with notable roles in films like _How Stella Got Her Groove Back_ (1998), _O Brother, Where Art Thou?_ (2000), and _Donnie Darko_ (2001).
Throughout his career, Weaver's commitment to diversity and representation in Hollywood earned him recognition as a champion for better representation of Black actors. He also made headlines for mentoring younger performers and advocating for greater opportunities for underrepresented groups.
In recent years, Weaver continued to captivate audiences with recurring roles in popular Netflix comedy _Grace and Frankie_, starring Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin. His dedication to the entertainment industry and his legacy as a gifted character actor will be deeply missed by fans and fellow professionals alike.
Weaver is survived by his wife of 54 years, actress Ta-Tanisha (_Room 222_), and their daughter Leis La-Te. Funeral arrangements are private, with a public memorial planned later this year in Los Angeles. Weaver's remarkable career serves as a testament to the power of talent, perseverance, and dedication to one's craft.
Actor Lee Weaver, who left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry over his six-decade career, has passed away at the age of 95. Weaver's extensive body of work earned him a reputation as a talented character actor with a gift for bringing depth and representation to every role.
Born in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, in 1930, Weaver began his career in the 1950s as a stage performer before transitioning to television and film. He quickly made a name for himself as a familiar face on various TV shows of the 1960s and 1970s, including _Good Morning World_, _I Spy_, and _The Wild, Wild West_. His versatility extended beyond television, with notable roles in films like _How Stella Got Her Groove Back_ (1998), _O Brother, Where Art Thou?_ (2000), and _Donnie Darko_ (2001).
Throughout his career, Weaver's commitment to diversity and representation in Hollywood earned him recognition as a champion for better representation of Black actors. He also made headlines for mentoring younger performers and advocating for greater opportunities for underrepresented groups.
In recent years, Weaver continued to captivate audiences with recurring roles in popular Netflix comedy _Grace and Frankie_, starring Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin. His dedication to the entertainment industry and his legacy as a gifted character actor will be deeply missed by fans and fellow professionals alike.
Weaver is survived by his wife of 54 years, actress Ta-Tanisha (_Room 222_), and their daughter Leis La-Te. Funeral arrangements are private, with a public memorial planned later this year in Los Angeles. Weaver's remarkable career serves as a testament to the power of talent, perseverance, and dedication to one's craft.