Actor from hit TV show Leave it to Beaver, Tony Dow shows his love for sculpting in his Topanga Canyon Studio. Read more about Tony Dow at www.secondact.c...
Some show runners were great at keeping their kid actors on the straight and narrow - Little House, Waltons, Andy Griffith and Leave it to Beaver come to mind. It made a difference when people like Michael Landon really cared about his kids and were involved in their life. I heard they were very protective of the kids on the Beaver set too.
Wow! Did it hit you the way it hit me? Michelangelo could see figures inside marble the way Tony Dow could see figures inside the wood. I remember high school wood shop and metal shop back in the 1970's. We had the same tools! Repurposing the wood, he found in the wilderness around his home, is so eco friendly. A house that he and his wife made into a home is living the dream.
He is a real gentleman and hobbyist. Some hobbies take more work than others. The joy of finishing a piece is best. My stitchery is hanging on my wall and I get to look at it everyday.
I was watching reruns this morning and mentioning to my Altzheimer client how all girls had such a crush on Tony. So I decided to see what he is doing now. Glad to see he is sculpting. My father could do anything but was happiest when working in wood. Working in wood keeps you grounded to the earth. His woodshop is amazing. He looks happy. Good to know you are in a good place Tony!!!!! Toni B.
Very intriguing and nice Mr. Dow sir. I kind of come from a family of a few artists. My Mother back when she was in school and a little after, my older Brother and my Cousin. So, I decided to take a crack at doing painting too a few years ago, and am now also a creative artist.
I have seen most of the Leave it to Beaver shows piecemeal as reruns. There was something glorious, wholesome, hopeful and innocent about an era in American life that I never had the chance to see.
Same voice after all these years! Still, you need to wear a respirator or at least a dust mask when sanding wood- it's very irritating to the respiratory tract. I used to be oblivious to these kind of things and now I think I'l probably die from a respiratory illness. Please take care of yourself!
You are an amazingly talented man, Mr. Dow. I love your work. I practically ''grew up'' with you on television all through the 1960's watching syndicated ''Leave it To Beaver'' episodes. Your sculptures are breathtaking. Congratulations on having them selected for the Louvre in Paris! Wow! Truly you are a multi-talented man. God Bless you and keep the imagination flowing.
I had no idea Tony was/is also into art and his motivation is very similar to my own. After seeing this video (and others featuring his art) I find myself being revived in my art motivation. I haven't painted in years and life is running out....I'm back to it, thanks for doing this video!
Thank you Tony Dow' for providing a career without giving your life and soul away to appreciative people in Hollywood. These days' there are very few decent directors and producers also those that appreciate REAL Talent and a Gift from GOD ALMIGHTY.
It's interesting! Watching Tony Dow, on "Leave It To Beaver." He was such a great guy and big brother to the Beaver. This episode shows Beaver to be a bunny rabbit, participating in his school pageant. Apparently, on the way to school driving in Lumpy's car, they had a flat. Beaver, had to walk the rest of the way and was curiously followed by dogs, and other people. Nevertheless, Beaver stop at a phone booth, called home and got no answer, and ended up dialing 911. To end a long story, he got transported by the police, finally got to school in time for the play, and performed wonderfully. Interestingly, Wally played a neat big brother role and it all ended nicely.
i love watching leave it to beaver on netflix, i'm 21 and find that era to be so interesting.. good wholesome entertainment.. i wish i could live in those times for a day or something.. my parents weren't even born yet.. let alone in the us.. but i still love it and can relate to it so much.. id love to buy one of those pieces! i mean i haveeee toooo
When I was in undergrad school, I took a course, "Greek Culture In and Of The Arts." The course involved almost exclusively the sculptures of the day. I speak fluent French, and to find that you have your work accepted in The Louvre is such a wonderful honor, but truly bespeaks your expertise in your art work. Personally, I love it, and would pay top dollar for it. Thank you very much for sharing this with us.
I really love your art of work Tony . It's amazing how you can take a piece of wood and make such an amazing job with it . I have one made it for you . I also watch the sitcom of leave it to Beaver every single day without any interruptions . I really love your house and the area where you and your wife have it . Hopping one day to have the opportunity to go to California and see that place . Thank you so much Tony for sharing and may God bless you both always . Hugs and kisses , love you Wally 🤗💞💜❤🐶🐾🐕🐾💓🧸🐕🐾🐶🐾
Great to see you and still being creative! Time marches on eh? I, along with millions of others, still watch Leave it to Beaver on a daily basis. It's such a nice show as compared to the crap that's on TV these days. You helped create a classic show that will last for all time! Thanks to you, Jerry, Barbara, Hugh and the rest of the cast for making such a pleasant show for us all!
I had a memorable experience meeting Tony Dow at the Bally's Health Club in Indianapolis several years ago. He was in the men's locker room standing on the scale, and I was directly behind him and didn't know who he was at all. He stepped off the scale in frustration and later on it dawned on me that he was in town. I asked him who he was and after he told me I asked him many questions about LEAVE IT TO BEAVER. He didn't seem impressed but I was not easily discouraged. I'll never forget it.
Thank you Tony Dow for your career as an honorable artist, actor, sculptor, husband and Dad. We have recently begun watching "Beaver" again and are impressed that all four of you represented the best in what family should be. We like the way you were polite, respectful, and kind to your parents and little brother...thank you for a lifetime of decency. We've wondered what you'd done in your adult years and were glad to see you addressed depression along with accomplishing so much in your professions. The Lord's blessings, N. Schroeder, Nebraska
I don't know if there ever were any family's like the Cleavers, there should have been. I still watch it on Netflix. That was my childhood and then Kennedy got shot, the Beatles invaded , hippies, Vietnam ,Bobby,Martin Luther ,Manson, Woodstock,Disco,John Lennon 9/11.....but Tony seems to be happy. Way to go!
I still watch the re-runs while doing morning dishes. Love the show. Would love to have the opportunity to meet Tony Dow, and even purchase a piece of his work (inexpensively) the next trip to Ca. That would just make my trip complete!!
Tony Dow: in consensus with the other people who appreciate your show (Leave it to Beaver) I would ALWAYS watch it after school! And now that I am 63, I'm watching the whole series for the 2nd time (Netflix, thank God for Netflix). The time of innocence is gone . . . but I sure do miss those times, when kids were kids and adults were decent, respectful, loving, guarding, leaders and someone we (kids) could look up to for direction. It will never be the same again. God bless you.
Your mom is right. Times were not all rosy. In that day-if you were white and affluent-then you had it pretty made. I refer to the good times I chanced to experience, trying all the while to forget the cruelty hurled at me as I was growing up. I am hispanic and not rich. I can and do pray for those who hurt me and wished me evil, that they will learn the difference btwn right and wrong. Otherwise if I reciprocate, i am no better than they.
Mr. Cano: Life is not sociologically predetermined. My white, middle class family was troubled, but the subtle morality plays of Leave It to Beaver helped me to realize there could be a better way to live. God Bless Mr. Dow.
Well that was a strange comment...I’m not preaching. Maybe you thought my mask comment from a year ago is relevant to the crap that is going on today. Nope. Just referring to a safety mask for his woodworking and sculptures. I made myself sick for not wearing protection a few years back. Got sawdust in my lungs.It was uncomfortable. Thank you for inviting me to go elsewhere though.
I think I remember that dinner matinee (1980?). I wanted to go. I stood behind a frustrated Tony Dow at a BALLY's Gymnasium near Castleton in Indianapolis several years ago (1995), while he stood on the scale. He apparently was not too thrilled about what he saw. I could hardly believe it was him when I asked his name. I hit him with lots of questions about characters, which he claimed he couldn't remember.
Tony was the secret star of the show. Kind of like Ricky on The Nelson's.
Love this guy. Grew up in Hollywood but never got sucked into the dangers. And now a talented sculptor.
Some show runners were great at keeping their kid actors on the straight and narrow - Little House, Waltons, Andy Griffith and Leave it to Beaver come to mind. It made a difference when people like Michael Landon really cared about his kids and were involved in their life. I heard they were very protective of the kids on the Beaver set too.
Reminds me of my fam.
RIP Tony Dow.✌️❤ in your ethereal journey.
Wow! Did it hit you the way it hit me? Michelangelo could see figures inside marble the way Tony Dow could see figures inside the wood. I remember high school wood shop and metal shop back in the 1970's. We had the same tools! Repurposing the wood, he found in the wilderness around his home, is so eco friendly. A house that he and his wife made into a home is living the dream.
Voice hasn't changed..
I can close my eyes and see the younger version of him...glad he accquired a creative outlet..
Like he’s in art class in High school 😂👍
I have one of his pieces. Really beautiful
Thanks Tony , nice shop, great to see you on the tube, I would recognize your voice anywhere
He is a real gentleman and hobbyist. Some hobbies take more work than others. The joy of finishing a piece is best. My stitchery is hanging on my wall and I get to look at it everyday.
RIP Tony. Watching you on TV was a highlight of my childhood
I was watching reruns this morning and mentioning to my Altzheimer client how all girls had such a crush on Tony. So I decided to see what he is doing now. Glad to see he is sculpting. My father could do anything but was happiest when working in wood.
Working in wood keeps you grounded to the earth. His woodshop is amazing.
He looks happy.
Good to know you are in a good place Tony!!!!!
Toni B.
Tony - you are still one of our heroes. Thanks.
Very nice Tony. Sculpting is a relaxing art.
Congratulations, Tony.... Your work is provocative and meaningful.
Rest in peace Tony...we love and miss you.....
Sorry Tony , but to Millions of us Boomers, You will always be "Wally ".
He was very cool 😎
Very intriguing and nice Mr. Dow sir. I kind of come from a family of a few artists. My Mother back when she was in school and a little after, my older Brother and my Cousin. So, I decided to take a crack at doing painting too a few years ago, and am now also a creative artist.
Kind hearted man..Tony was so full of life..he kept himself busy.. he is truly missed 💕
He's a good decent person from a more innocent time in America.
Wow cool
Keep it up
I have seen most of the Leave it to Beaver shows piecemeal as reruns. There was something glorious, wholesome, hopeful and innocent about an era in American life that I never had the chance to see.
Same voice after all these years! Still, you need to wear a respirator or at least a dust mask when sanding wood- it's very irritating to the respiratory tract. I used to be oblivious to these kind of things and now I think I'l probably die from a respiratory illness. Please take care of yourself!
I think Tony knows how to take care of himself, look at him!
tony..your the best!
Beautiful!
He tried to change the name of the show to Leave It To Wally
you know Tony, Mother and Dad Cleaver would be very proud of you and your artwork, it's all incredibly gorgeous and VERY creative!
Very talented!!
He's still a cutie pie.
RIP Tony Dow ..im wondering if Tony Dow was Influenced by Giorgio De Chirico
God bless Tony 🙏 be so missed 😔 Grew up watching Leave it to beaver Still watch on ME TV everyday God bless Tony family 💕🙏
GEE WALLY WTF IS THIS BS????
You are an amazingly talented man, Mr. Dow. I love your work. I practically ''grew up'' with you on television all through the 1960's watching syndicated ''Leave it To Beaver'' episodes. Your sculptures are breathtaking. Congratulations on having them selected for the Louvre in Paris! Wow! Truly you are a multi-talented man. God Bless you and keep the imagination flowing.
Great work inspiration from Nature., your absolutely right keep up the good work
Mr Dow.,
So cool beautiful creative guy who wouldn't love some tony dow wood masterpiece
Thank you for that peek inside your private life
I have an idea for a rock band name.....
"Beaver's Monkey"
I had no idea Tony was/is also into art and his motivation is very similar to my own. After seeing this video (and others featuring his art) I find myself being revived in my art motivation. I haven't painted in years and life is running out....I'm back to it, thanks for doing this video!
RIP Tony Dow
I remember Topangas Canyons on Boy Meets World.
I love to watch Leave it to beaver
Always such a handsome man!
what a sweet heart.
Wally always had wood.
Yay Tony. As nice a guy as he appears as a young man on his role as Wally.
He is such an talented artist and amazing actor!
beautiful work! What a blessing to be so creative!
Thank you Tony Dow' for providing a career without giving your life and soul away to appreciative people in Hollywood. These days' there are very few decent directors and producers also those that appreciate REAL Talent and a Gift from GOD ALMIGHTY.
It's interesting!
Watching Tony Dow, on "Leave It To Beaver." He was such a great guy and big brother to the Beaver. This episode shows Beaver to be a bunny rabbit, participating in his school pageant. Apparently, on the way to school driving in Lumpy's car, they had a flat. Beaver, had to walk the rest of the way and was curiously followed by dogs, and other people. Nevertheless, Beaver stop at a phone booth, called home and got no answer, and ended up dialing 911. To end a long story, he got transported by the police, finally got to school in time for the play, and performed wonderfully. Interestingly, Wally played a neat big brother role and it all ended nicely.
i love watching leave it to beaver on netflix, i'm 21 and find that era to be so interesting.. good wholesome entertainment.. i wish i could live in those times for a day or something.. my parents weren't even born yet.. let alone in the us.. but i still love it and can relate to it so much.. id love to buy one of those pieces! i mean i haveeee toooo
that wood looks like LUMPY lolololol
Don't call him Lumpy:)
That burl wood is pretty lumpy.
We must dis-GUS this further
When I was in undergrad school, I took a course, "Greek Culture In and Of The Arts." The course involved almost exclusively the sculptures of the day. I speak fluent French, and to find that you have your work accepted in The Louvre is such a wonderful honor, but truly bespeaks your expertise in your art work. Personally, I love it, and would pay top dollar for it. Thank you very much for sharing this with us.
I really love your art of work Tony . It's amazing how you can take a piece of wood and make such an amazing job with it . I have one made it for you . I also watch the sitcom of leave it to Beaver every single day without any interruptions . I really love your house and the area where you and your wife have it . Hopping one day to have the opportunity to go to California and see that place . Thank you so much Tony for sharing and may God bless you both always . Hugs and kisses , love you Wally 🤗💞💜❤🐶🐾🐕🐾💓🧸🐕🐾🐶🐾
A Living Legend !!!
Great to see you and still being creative! Time marches on eh? I, along with millions of others, still watch Leave it to Beaver on a daily basis. It's such a nice show as compared to the crap that's on TV these days. You helped create a classic show that will last for all time! Thanks to you, Jerry, Barbara, Hugh and the rest of the cast for making such a pleasant show for us all!
Tony you are a very talented artist. Much appreciate you letting us see a little insight and inspiration of your hobby
Gary...
Very cool!
I had a memorable experience meeting Tony Dow at the Bally's Health Club in Indianapolis several years ago. He was in the men's locker room standing on the scale, and I was directly behind him and didn't know who he was at all. He stepped off the scale in frustration and later on it dawned on me that he was in town. I asked him who he was and after he told me I asked him many questions about LEAVE IT TO BEAVER. He didn't seem impressed but I was not easily discouraged. I'll never forget it.
You look great, kid! More power to you!
TONY DOW IS A COOL GUY, JUST LIKE WALLY.
Mr .Dow its great to see you on here .A artist at work.
It was great living in Wally's World, We will miss you Daily. Go in peace my brother.
Thanks for the video. Good to see you again.
You still seem like a very nice person. Congrats on your new career.
Where are your safety goggles?
I always wished I had a brother like Wally (Tony) In the show he was just so kool and understand with "the Beav"
Tony as a retired RN please wear a mask to protect your
lungs.
Always enjoyed your shows.
Jeanne
And eye protection! Blame it on Ward. There was no safety equipment in that tool box that he bought them after Larry drilled holes in the garage.
He still sounds like Wally to me. :)
Thank you Tony Dow for your career as an honorable artist, actor, sculptor, husband and Dad. We have recently begun watching "Beaver" again and are impressed that all four of you represented the best in what family should be. We like the way you were polite, respectful, and kind to your parents and little brother...thank you for a lifetime of decency. We've wondered what you'd done in your adult years and were glad to see you addressed depression along with accomplishing so much in your professions. The Lord's blessings, N. Schroeder, Nebraska
I don't know if there ever were any family's like the Cleavers, there should have been. I still watch it on Netflix. That was my childhood and then Kennedy got shot, the Beatles invaded , hippies, Vietnam ,Bobby,Martin Luther ,Manson, Woodstock,Disco,John Lennon 9/11.....but Tony seems to be happy. Way to go!
Hey Wally, have videos of the finished product?
"Awww, Beav!!!"
Happy Birtday Tony Dow; born on this date in 1945. {Apr. 13th}
Nice stuff Tony!!
I still watch the re-runs while doing morning dishes.
Love the show. Would love to have the opportunity to meet Tony Dow, and even purchase a piece of his work (inexpensively) the next trip to Ca. That would just make my trip complete!!
Tony Dow: in consensus with the other people who appreciate your show (Leave it to Beaver) I would ALWAYS watch it after school! And now that I am 63, I'm watching the whole series for the 2nd time (Netflix, thank God for Netflix). The time of innocence is gone . . . but I sure do miss those times, when kids were kids and adults were decent, respectful, loving, guarding, leaders and someone we (kids) could look up to for direction. It will never be the same again. God bless you.
Your mom is right. Times were not all rosy. In that day-if you were white and affluent-then you had it pretty made. I refer to the good times I chanced to experience, trying all the while to forget the cruelty hurled at me as I was growing up. I am hispanic and not rich. I can and do pray for those who hurt me and wished me evil, that they will learn the difference btwn right and wrong. Otherwise if I reciprocate, i am no better than they.
Mr. Cano: Life is not sociologically predetermined. My white, middle class family was troubled, but the subtle morality plays of Leave It to Beaver helped me to realize there could be a better way to live. God Bless Mr. Dow.
Vera Cano - I love tony and leave it to beaver too but not Netflix. That money goes right to liberals to fight America...just sayin🤓
@@MrAquinas1 l
cool ! keep it up !
Gezzz Wallly where's the beard it gives you a sculpted look
You are so cute. Wear a mask!
Preach elsewhere..
Well that was a strange comment...I’m not preaching. Maybe you thought my mask comment from a year ago is relevant to the crap that is going on today. Nope. Just referring to a safety mask for his woodworking and sculptures. I made myself sick for not wearing protection a few years back. Got sawdust in my lungs.It was uncomfortable. Thank you for inviting me to go elsewhere though.
@@jcyork1767 Sorry, just tired of hearing about masks everywhere I go.
@@scrapplepig me too😕
I think I remember that dinner matinee (1980?). I wanted to go. I stood behind a frustrated Tony Dow at a BALLY's Gymnasium near Castleton in Indianapolis several years ago (1995), while he stood on the scale. He apparently was not too thrilled about what he saw. I could hardly believe it was him when I asked his name. I hit him with lots of questions about characters, which he claimed he couldn't remember.
some how is related to my mom Rita Snee like to talk to him
Love listening to him talk about his artwork and sculpting.... I can see he really loves it and I loved watching him work on different pcs.
uh huh huh huh, he said wood
how can I buy?
Have fun.
Cool guy.
Does he sell any of his work?