TV legend Jay North dies at 73 after long cancer battle

Television's original mischief maker, Jay North, best known for his role as Dennis in Dennis the Menace, has passed away at the age of 73. North died peacefully at his home in Lake Butler, Florida, after a prolonged battle with colon cancer, confirmed his longtime friend Laurie Jacobson and booking agent Bonnie



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In a heartfelt tribute shared on Facebook, Jacobson wrote, “He had a heart as big as a mountain, loved his friends deeply. He called us frequently and ended every conversation with ‘I love you with all my heart.’” Those who knew him personally remembered him as much more than just a childhood star—he was a kind, loving soul.