Actor David Nelson, who starred alongside his family in The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet, has died. He was 74.
Nelson died Tuesday in Los Angeles from complications of colon cancer, his rep told the Associated Press.
Nelson was the last remaining member of the wholesome TV family, which included father Ozzie, mother Harriet, and his teen idol brother Rick.
"We will all miss Uncle Dave’s laughter and evolved sense of humor," nephew Gunnar Nelson said in a statement. "I’m sure that Grandpa Ozzie, Grandma Harriet, and our Pop Rick were all waiting for him to welcome him Home when his time came. His passing is a great loss to the Nelson family as well as to the whole world – but I’m certain that his legacy will endure for generations to come. Our thanks go out to all of our fans, our father’s fans, and fans of the Ozzie and Harriet show through the years for the letters of care and sympathy that have been arriving. We’ll miss you, Uncle Dave."
The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet aired on ABC from 1952 to 1966. The show originated on radio in 1952 as Here Come the Nelsons.
Nelson went on to appear in several movies and TV shows after Ozzie and Harriet went off the air. His television credits include such shows as Up in Smoke and The Love Boat.
Nelson is survived by his wife, Yvonne, four sons, a daughter and several grandchildren.
