Jerry Mathers

AMERICAN GRAFFITI, from left: Ron Howard, Cindy Williams, Richard Dreyfuss, Charles Martin Smith, Paul Le Mat, far right: Wolfman Jack on Japanese poster art, 1973.

Did ‘American Graffiti’ Really Rip Off ‘Leave It to Beaver’?

There was one scene in particular that was very familiar.

MCKEEVER AND THE COLONEL, MCKEEVER AND THE COLONEL, Scott Lane, John Eimen

John Eimen Dead: Child Actor Known for ‘Leave It to Beaver’ Was 76

Eimen also notably appeared in ‘Ozzie and Harriet.’

Diane Brewster, 1957. ph: Nolan Patterson / TV Guide / courtesy Everett Collection

The Surprising Connection Between ‘Leave It to Beaver’ and ‘The Fugitive’

Miss Canfield became Mrs. Kimble — just two of her brief but memorable roles

LEAVE IT TO BEAVER, (from left): Hugh Beaumont, Barbara Billingsley, 'Beaver The Magician', (Season 3, aired Dec. 19, 1959), 1957-63.

Inside ‘Leave it to Beaver’s Controversial First Episode

Controversial? The Beav? Believe it!

LEAVE IT TO BEAVER, from left, Tony Dow, Jerry Mathers, Barbara Billingsley, Hugh Beaumont, 1957-63 (1958 photo)

See Rare Behind-the-Scenes Photos From ‘Leave It to Beaver’

Even when the cameras weren’t rolling, the cast considered themselves a family.

Jerry Mathers poses for a portrait during the 27th Annual FAMILY FILM AND TV AWARDS airing November 9th, exclusively on the CBS Television Network and available for live and on-demand streaming via Paramount+ in Burbank, California.

Who Are ‘Leave It to Beaver’ Star Jerry Mather’s Children?

The Beav was the ideal son … but now, he has a son of his own.

LEAVE IT TO BEAVER, Jerry Mathers, (ca. late 1950s), 1957-63.

All About ‘Leave It to Beaver’ Star Jerry Mathers’ Mother, Marilyn: Still Alive at 98

Jerry’s career began while he and his mother were on a shopping trip.

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7 Fun Facts About ‘Leave It to Beaver’ Star Hugh Beaumont

Before he was Ward Cleaver, he was a wartime medic, ad pitchman and Methodist minister.

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 ‘Scarecrow and Mrs. King’ & Rare Celeb Appearances Draw Crowds at the Hollywood Show in Burbank

“OMG, is it really you?”

Leave It To Beaver, Jerry Mathers

Want to Meet Jerry Mathers From ‘Leave It to Beaver’? Here’s How, as Cast Prepare for Reunion!

Surviving cast members of ‘Leave It to Beaver’ will gather at the June Hollywood Show.

Leave It to Beaver, Larry Mondello (played by Rusty Stevens)

The Surprising Reason Why Larry Mondello Disappeared From ‘Leave It to Beaver’

Rumors swirled around the actor’s season four departure from the show.

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You’ll Never Believe Why ‘Leave It to Beaver’s Judy Hensler Left the Series (Exclusive)

Now 76, the former child star Jeri Weil sets the record straight on why she really left the series, and what life was like playing a tattletale.

LEAVE IT TO BEAVER, Jerry Mathers, (ca. late 1950s), 1957-63.

Who Is Still Alive From ‘Leave It to Beaver’?

Which residents of Mayfield are still with us?

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Jerry Mathers & Remaining ‘Leave It to Beaver’ Cast Are Reuniting at Hollywood Show

Plus Lou Ferrigno, Priscilla Presley and more celebrities return for the June 2025 Hollywood Show in Burbank.

LEAVE IT TO BEAVER, Barbara Billingsley, Jerry Mathers,

What Happened in the Final Episode of ‘Leave It to Beaver’?

It was the first TV show to ever have a special “series finale” episode.

LOS ANGELES - JANUARY 1: Leave It To Beaver cast member Barbara Billingsley as June Cleaver. Image dated 1957.

5 Things You Never Knew About ‘Leave It to Beaver’ Star Barbara Billingsley, America’s Favorite TV Mom

Billingsley was 41 before she donned the pearls and began caring for Wally and the Beav.

Jerry Mathers then and now

Find Out Where Jerry Mathers Is Now as He Is Set to Receive an Icon Award

He is 76 years old and still alive despite the persistent rumors that he died in the Vietnam War.

Alison Arngrim and Jon Provost

Small Plates: TV’s Top Kid Stars Share Their Favorite Meals & Recipes

Exclusive interview with Hollywood historian & author Laurie Jacobson. Plus here famous hubbies pot roast recipe!

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MeTV Is Airing a Marathon of School-Themed Episodes From Classic Sitcoms

You’ll find class clowns aplenty with this nine-and-a-half marathon featuring ‘Saved by the Bell,’ ‘The Flintstones,’ ‘Leave It to Beaver,’ ‘The Brady Bunch,’ ‘The Beverly Hillbillies’ and more.

LEAVE IT TO BEAVER, Jerry Mathers, on-set, 1957-63

Jerry Mathers Talks ‘Beaver,’ His Infamous Audition & How His Dog Saved His Life

“If not for that dog, I wouldn’t be here today,” the beloved child actor tell us.

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Is It ‘Collector’s Call’ Most Valuable Collection Yet?

This collector is also one of the most interesting, as well, as he was Beaver’s (Jerry Mathers) best man and Judy Garland’s neighbor!?