“You know, working isn’t as much fun as I thought it would be. I wonder why older people do it so much?” This is an example of the endearing words said by Jerry “The Beaver” Mathers, who was and remains an American institution. Mathers’ show business career began at the tender age of two when he was cast on the “Ed Wynn Television Show.” In 1954, he co-starred with Linda Darnell in “This Is My Love,” and caught the attention of Alfred Hitchcock who signed him for the 1955 film, “The Trouble With Harry,” starring John Forsythe, and Shirley McLaine in her first film role.
The budding young actor also appeared in two Bob Hope movies, “The Seven Little Foys” and “That Certain Feeling,” as well as two movies with Alan Ladd: “The Deep Six” and “Men of the Fighting Lady.” It was in 1957 however, with the debut of the series “Leave It To Beaver” that Jerry entered the hearts and homes of America. The show was an immediate success and ran for six seasons, totaling 234 episodes. Currently shown on TV Land and in countries throughout the world, “Leave It To Beaver” has made Jerry an American Icon. Jerry is a frequent speaker at national conventions and trade shows, talking about the state of the American family as compared to the mythical Cleavers of the 1950′s and the entertainment industry in general, with an emphasis on early television and the impact of media on popular culture.
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Jerry Mathers is also available for meet and greet/autograph signings, question and answer sessions at conventions, hospitals, health fairs and other events, and as an event host or emcee.
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