Doodles Weaver was an American actor best known for his roles in movies like The Birds, It’s a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World, and The Nutty Professor.
Personal and Family Life
Doodles Weaver, born Winstead Sheffield Glenndenning Dixon Weaver, had a colorful personal life. He was married four times, with two of those marriages resulting in divorce, one annulment, and another ending in a divorce. He had three children and was also the uncle of actress Sigourney Weaver. He was known for his fun personality and love for pranks, especially during his college years at Stanford.
Career Highlights
Weaver had a diverse career that started in the late 1930s as an entertainer on radio programs and later moved to film and television. He was part of Spike Jones’ troupe, known for his comedic performances and narration of Disney cartoons. His unique style included using manic comic sports narrations, and he was well-remembered for his character “Professor Feitlebaum” on the Spike Jones Radio Show.
Death and Legacy
Doodles Weaver passed away on January 17, 1983, at the age of 70, due to a self-inflicted gunshot wound. His later years were troubled by chronic alcoholism, which impacted his personal and professional relationships. Despite his struggles, he is remembered fondly by fans for his humor and contributions to comedy and television.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Pocketful of Miracles | 1961-12-18 | Pool Player |
| The Birds | 1963-03-28 | Fisherman Helping with Rental Boat |
| Topper | 1937-07-16 | Rustic |
| It’s a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World | 1963-11-07 | Hardware Store Clerk (uncredited) |
| The Rounders | 1965-01-08 | Arlee |
| The Spirit Is Willing | 1967-07-07 | Booper Mellish |
| Another Thin Man | 1939-11-17 | Gatekeeper (uncredited) |
| Won Ton Ton: The Dog Who Saved Hollywood | 1976-07-26 | Man in Mexican Film |
| The Tunnel of Love | 1958-11-21 | Escort |
| The Nutty Professor | 1963-06-04 | Rube |
| Mrs. Parkington | 1944-10-12 | Caterer (uncredited) |
| Tennis Racquet | 1949-08-26 | Radio commentator |
| The Andy Griffith Show | 1960-10-03 | Regis |
| Batman | 1966-01-12 | Crier Tuck |
| Land of the Giants | 1968-09-22 | Giant Hobo |