Jay North, the veteran actor is dead

[Augusta]

Jay North, the veteran actor best known for his role as the mischievous young boy in the 1960s sitcom Dennis the Menace, has died at the age of 73.

His passing has been confirmed through Laurie Jacobson, a longtime friend of North and the wife of Lassie actor Jon Provost.

North died on Sunday, April 7, at his home in Lake Butler, Florida, following a battle with colorectal cancer. According to Jacobson, his health had begun to decline over the past month. He was surrounded by family at the time of his death, including his wife Cindy and her daughters from a previous marriage.

 

[magnus2022]

Cancer have become one of the worst killer disease now. About 70% of death is cancer related. May his soul find eternal rest.

 

[eLdavis]

It is well, may his soul rest in peace, though i don't really know him that well. There have been lots of deaths in the movie industry this year.

 

[Augusta]

Yes he is a hero despite all. May he rest in perfect peace all the same.