Fess Parker the actor that portrayed Disney’s Davy Crockett died on March 18th, 2010. The article posted on Disney’s Blog conveys some of the sentiments that no doubt may of us also feel.
Tonight, the Disney Parks family is mourning the loss of a legend — Fess Parker. In his role as Davy Crockett, Fess Parker not only helped promote and open Disneyland Park but he also became a hero to many of us, including Walt Disney Company President and CEO, Robert Iger.
“Like many kids growing up in the 50’s, Davy Crockett was my first hero, and I had the coonskin cap to prove it,” according to Iger. “Fess Parker’s unforgettable, exciting and admirable performance as this American icon has remained with me all these years, as it has for his millions of fans around the world. Fess is truly a Disney Legend, as is the heroic character he portrayed, and while he will certainly be missed, he will never be forgotten.”
Fess Parker was honored in Disneyland Park for all his contributions to Disney and the fans.
Many of the people that help develop Disney in the early years are remembered on Main Street windows both in Disneyland and Disney World. Certainly a good place of honor, and to be remembered.
Building Disneyland
Walt & Fess at Disneyland
The Famous Coonskin Cap…
At his Santa Barbara Vinegary
An American Icon…
