Addams Family original "Pugsley" dead at age 59

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Ken Weatherwax, known for his role as Pugsley Addams in the original "The Addams Family" television series, has passed away at the age of 59 due to a heart attack. The discussion reflects on his contributions to the show and the physicality of his performance, with some users reminiscing about the absence of stunt doubles during filming. The series remains a beloved classic, with many fans owning the original episodes on DVD.

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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. :(
 

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