The Hollywood Reporter broke the news of his death on Tuesday, February 24. His daughter, Johanna, told the outlet that Wheeler died on February 6 at his home in Claremont, California.
Wheeler went on to land a recurring role on The Dukes of Hazzard during seasons 4 and 5 in 1982, portraying Hazzard County general store owner Mr. Rhuebottom in four episodes.
Wheeler also appeared in multiple episodes of Green Acres from 1969 to 1971, Bonanza from 1968 to 1971, The Brady Bunch from 1970 to 1974 and The Odd Couple from 1971 to 1975. His single episode TV credits included Mission: Impossible and Columbo in 1972, Happy Days in 1974, Gunsmoke in 1975, The Waltons in 1976, The Rockford Files, CHiPs and Rhoda in 1978, Dallas in 1982, Simon and Simon in 1983, The Golden Girls in 1988, Night Court in 1989, ER in 1994 and Beverly Hills, 90210 in 1998.
Wheeler’s final onscreen role was the 2005 TV movie Meet the Santas, in which he played Mr. Claus.
In addition to his film, TV and stage roles, Wheeler was known for his 1971 choreographed musical commercial for McDonald’s titled “Grab a Bucket and Mop.” Portraying a manager at the fast food restaurant, Wheeler sang alongside John Amos, Robert Ridgely and more.
Born in Corsicana, Texas, in June 1930, Wheeler graduated with a music degree from California’s University of the Pacific in 1952 and served in the U.S. Army before pursuing acting.
Wheeler is survived by his daughter, sons Christopher and Timothy, and grandson Brandon.
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