Jed was an American actor who is best known for White Fang (1991), The Journey of Natty Gann (1985), and Dead Kennedys: The Early Years (1987). He was born in 1977 in Bellingham, Washington, and passed away in June 1995 in Acton, California.
Personal and Family Life
Jed was a unique Canadian timber wolf-Alaskan Malamute hybrid. His mother was a captured Vancouver Island wolf, and his father was an Alaskan Malamute from Juneau, Alaska. He was initially cared for by Gary Winkler until he was given to Clint Rowe for film productions.
Career
Jed’s career mostly revolved around his film appearances, including his last role in White Fang 2: Myth of the White Wolf (1994). After filming, he returned to Clint Rowe’s sanctuary in Acton, California, where he lived until his passing. He formed close bonds with co-stars like Ethan Hawke and Richard Masur.
Death and Legacy
Jed died in June 1995 in Acton, California, under undisclosed circumstances. After his death, his body was transported by air to Gary Winkler’s sanctuary in Bellingham for burial. He left a lasting impression on those who worked with him and remains remembered for his unique spirit and film roles.
Filmography
Year | Title | Role | Rating |
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1994 | White Fang 2: Myth of the White Wolf | Actor | 5.4 |
1991 | White Fang | Actor (uncredited) | 6.7 |
1985 | The Journey of Natty Gann | Actor | 7.0 |
1985 | Wolf | Actor | 8.2 |
1982 | The Thing | Dog Thing (uncredited) | 8.2 |