Addams Family original "Pugsley" dead at age 59

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In summary, the original actor who played "Pugsley" in the Addams Family, Ken Weatherwax, passed away at the age of 59 on December 7, 2014 due to a heart attack. He also had a career in other TV shows and movies, and had family members who were also actors, including his aunt Ruth Gilbert and his brother Joey D. Vieira.
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Died from a heart attack. RIP Pugsley.

http://www.tvguide.com/News/Ken-Weatherwax-Addams-Family-Obit-1090564.aspx
 
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Bummer. I often wondered if he ever got hurt with all of the stuff that was done to him, given how often stunts go wrong. I never noticed a stunt double being used. Of course, it's so long since I've seen it that maybe all of it took place off-camera and I just have false memories of it.
 
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I have every original episode of the Addam's Family on DVD. It's one of my favorite, all time shows.

That's sad news. :(
 

FAQ: Addams Family original "Pugsley" dead at age 59

What happened to the original actor who played "Pugsley" in the Addams Family?

The original actor who played "Pugsley" in the Addams Family, Ken Weatherwax, passed away at the age of 59 on December 7, 2014.

What was the cause of death for the original "Pugsley" actor in the Addams Family?

The cause of death for Ken Weatherwax, the original "Pugsley" actor in the Addams Family, was a heart attack.

How old was the original "Pugsley" actor in the Addams Family when he died?

Ken Weatherwax was 59 years old when he passed away on December 7, 2014.

What other roles did the original "Pugsley" actor in the Addams Family play?

Aside from his iconic role as "Pugsley" in the Addams Family, Ken Weatherwax also appeared in several other TV shows and movies throughout his career, including "The Dakotas" and "Wagon Train."

Did the original "Pugsley" actor in the Addams Family have any family members who were also actors?

Ken Weatherwax's aunt, Ruth Gilbert, was a child actress and also played the role of "Pugsley" in the original pilot for the Addams Family TV series. His brother, Joey D. Vieira, was also an actor and appeared in several TV shows and movies.

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