RIP Dick Wilson: "Mr Whipple" Actor & Pitchman, Age 91

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In summary, Dick Wilson, the actor and pitchman who played the uptight grocer begging customers "Please, don't squeeze the Charmin," died Monday. He was 91. He is remembered fondly for his role in Americana, and for his iconic commercials for Charmin.
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"Dick Wilson, the actor and pitchman who played the uptight grocer begging customers "Please, don't squeeze the Charmin," died Monday. He was 91."

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071119/ap_on_en_tv/obit_mr__whipple
 
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NooooooooooOOOOOOOOOoooooooooooooooooo! :cry: :cry: :cry:
 
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Have no idea who he was. Important person?
 
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Moridin said:
Have no idea who he was. Important person?
He's the "Please don't squeeze the Charmin" grocer!
 
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I think most people here are too young to remember him. :(
 
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Math Is Hard said:
I think most people here are too young to remember him. :(
I guess it might be an American thing also.

I guess they don't remember "Where's the beef?"

"Plop, plop, fizz, fizz, oh what a relief it is"

"Mama mia, that's one spicy meatball!"
 
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I will squeeze the Charmin..and remember him fondly.
 
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I think there should be some people for whom there should be in place a Do Not Announce Passing policy.
For example Gilligan doesn't die!~!
MR ROGERS doesn't die!~ This is a physics hangout. Would someone do the math on this a give them a special send-off that does not require the word death.
Pardon me I have to go to work now in hospice. {shakes head} surely things have to be adjusted here.
 
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Math Is Hard said:
I think most people here are too young to remember him. :(

Well, I'm glad it's that they're too young and not that we're too old. :biggrin:
 
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Wilson is certainly an icon of Americana.

If only more guys were as 'sqeezable' as Mr. Whipple! :biggrin:

RIP Mr. Whipple. :frown:
 
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Evo said:
I guess it might be an American thing also.

I guess they don't remember "Where's the beef?"

"Plop, plop, fizz, fizz, oh what a relief it is"

"Mama mia, that's one spicy meatball!"

"Two all beef patties, special sauce, lettuce, cheese, pickles, onions on a sesame seed bun."

"I can't believe I ate the whole thing" [which they just made again with the original actors!]

btw, I know how to make Jack's secret sauce. Ssssshhhhhhhhh.

Mr. Whipple did reach icon status - the ultimate achievement for a pitchman. RIP Mr. Whipple.
 
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1. Who was Dick Wilson and what was his famous role?

Dick Wilson was an American actor known for his role as Mr. Whipple in the Charmin toilet paper commercials.

2. How old was Dick Wilson when he passed away?

Dick Wilson passed away at the age of 91.

3. When did Dick Wilson start playing the role of Mr. Whipple?

Dick Wilson began playing the role of Mr. Whipple in 1964 and continued until 1985, with occasional appearances in later years.

4. Did Dick Wilson have any other notable roles besides Mr. Whipple?

Dick Wilson had a long and successful career as a character actor, with appearances in numerous TV shows and movies. Some of his other notable roles include appearances on "Bewitched" and "The Bob Newhart Show."

5. What was the cause of Dick Wilson's death?

The cause of Dick Wilson's death was not disclosed, but it is believed that he passed away due to natural causes.

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