New statements were released on Dow’s social media on Wednesday, confirming his passing.
“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.
Tony Dow, best known for playing Wally Cleaver on ‘Leave It to Beaver,’ died at the age of 77.John M. Heller/Getty Images
Christopher released a separate statement to accompany the news.
He was the best Dad anyone could ask for,” he says.
My wife said something powerful and shows the kind of man he was.
‘Leave It to Beaver’ star Tony Dow died at the age of 77.Everett Collection
She said: ‘Tony was such a kind man.
“From the age of 11 or 12, I was being told what to do.
I was told on the set, I was told at home.
I didn’t have control of my life,” he said.
Dow didn’t think his existence would be defined byLeave It to Beaver, but he said it did.
“I was gonna have to live with it for the rest of my life.
I thought, ‘This isn’t fair.’
I’d like to do some other stuff, I’d like to do some interesting stuff.
He added, “If left untreated, anger turns to depression.
But depression isn’t something you’re able to say ‘cheer up’ about.
It’s a very powerful thing, and it’s had a lot of effect on my life.”
“I’ve got it under control, pretty much,” he said at the time.
“I think people should take the leap of faith that they can feel better.”
