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Ed Wynn Biography
Long-time star comedian in vaudeville who, at the urging of his actor son, Keenan Wynn, would late in life take up acting, both light and serious. He is especially remembered for his role in the television drama "Requiem for a Heavyweight" (1956).
Trivia
Father of actor Keenan Wynn, with whom he appeared in Disney's 'The Absent Minded Professor' (1961). (The two had also appeared in the previously cited "Requiem".)
Provided both the physical likeness and the off-screen voice of the Mad Hatter in Disney's animated 'Alice in Wonderland' (1951).
Interred along with his son Keenan Wynn at Forest Lawn, Glendale, CA., in the Great Mausoleum, Holly entrance, Daffodil Corridor. The epitaph on his niche reads: "Dear God, Thank You."
Grandfather of Ned Wynn and Tracy Keenan Wynn
Wynn was originally slated to play the title role in MGM's "The Wizard Of Oz". He turned the part down .....believing it was "way too small ...."!
Directed many plays and musicals before becoming an actor.
Suffered from Parkinson's Disease in his later years.
Recieved the Disney award "the Mouscar" during the wrap party of "Babes in Toyland"
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