John
Wesley, the American actor who played Dr. Hoover on The Fresh Prince of Bel Air
has died at the age of 72.
He died from complications due to a long
battle with multiple myeloma, his family confirmed on Sunday, September 9,
2019.
"John
Wesley was a gift to the world, for his kindness and grace are immortalized in
his works of theatre, TV and film," Wesley’s manager and producer, Gerry
Pass, said in a statement. "I am heartbroken to have lost a dear friend
today."
Wesley, a native of Louisiana was best known
for his work on The Fresh Prince of Bel Air. He had more than 100 film and
television credits, including Big Fish, Frasier, The Jeffersons and Benson.
He
also played Mr. Jim, the barber shop owner on “Martin,” and the all-knowing
janitor Willie on “The Jamie Foxx Show.” His dramatic TV guest roles included
appearances on “JAG,” ‘Hill Street Blues,” and “In the Heat of the Night.”
Wesley
worked with the likes of Denzel Washington, Barbra Streisand and Morgan
Freeman, among other notable stars.
He is survived by his wife, Jenny Houston; his
mother, Hazel Baskin; his daughters, Kimiko Kamiel Houston and Kinshasha
Houston; stepson, Kyler Richie; siblings; and grandchildren.
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