Tony Dow, known for his role as Wally on the show Leave it to Beaver, was a man who wore many hats. He was an actor, director, writer, visual effects designer, producer, home builder, woodworker, painter, and sculptor and from 1965-68 he served in the National Guard! Tony Dow passed on July, 27th 2022. We are dedicating the 2022 Gallatin Comic-Con Leave it to Beaver Reunion to Tony. His wife Lauren will join us to share even more loving memories of Tony Dow, everyone’s favorite big brother.

Jerry Mathers, a beloved actor began his career at the tender age of two when he did a Pet Condensed Milk commercial with Ed Wynn on the “Colgate Comedy Hour.” It was in 1957 however; with the debut of the series “Leave It To Beaver” that Jerry entered the hearts and homes of America.  An immediate success, the show gained national attention and ran for six seasons, totaling 234 episodes. He has acted in a variety of shows, and films, and even went all the way to Broadway!  

Today, Jerry enjoys reminiscing when he makes personal appearances at trade shows and health conferences, colleges, on cruise ships, corporate events, baseball games, museums, parades, and other events around the country. He is always happy to talk with his fans, take photos and sign a personalized autograph. 

You may have seen Tiger in many of the great films in the 50s, such as Rin Tin Tin, My Friend Flicka, Fury, or The Life and Legend of Wyatt Earp. Tiger will always be remembered as Tooey on Leave it to Beaver. He has said ‘Going to work on that set was always like going home. Everything about that show was right. The production people, the actors, all of it was the best.” 

These days Tiger resides, in California, still works every day, and in his spare time, he loves to write books, scripts, and an occasional song. Tiger and his wife Robin have a blended family of six children with fifteen grandchildren, and two great grandchildren. 

Rich Correll began his theatrical career at the age of eight, appearing in over 100 TV  shows as a featured actor and then landing a recurring role in the cult classic Leave it to Beaver. Rich has directed a variety of shows such as Happy Days, Married with Children, Full House, and more recently Fuller House! In December of 2018, Rich celebrated the completion of his 700th TV directing assignment.  

Rich is also the owner of the LARGEST collection of sci-fi, fantasy, and horror film memorabilia in the world and is the co-founder of The Sci-Fi, Fantasy and Horror Hall of  Fame.

Jon Provost is a national treasure.  The check shirt and jeans he wore for seven years as Timmy on “Lassie” hangs in The Smithsonian next to Archie Bunker’s chair.  “Lassie” continues to air in 50 countries and Jon receives letters and emails from fans of all ages around the world. Throughout his career, Jon has received many awards, among them, The Motion Picture Council’s award for Outstanding Contribution as a Humanitarian for his dedication to helping the physically challenged, the Allen Ludden Humanitarian Award presented by Betty White and the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Youth in Film Association.  In 1994, Jon was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

We are excited to announce that JPG, co-creator of Ninja Funk, will be a guest at the Gallatin Comic-Con‼️ The highly anticipated Ninja Funk series is Whatnot Publishing’s first creator-owned comic! Ninja Funk #1 was one of the biggest indie comic books of the year! Let’s show JPG how much Tennessee loves comics!