Disney Legend Fess Parker best known for his portrayal of Davy Crockett King of the Wild Frontier has passed away at the age of 85. Disney CEO Bob Iger issued the following statement:
Like many kids growing up in the 50’s, Davy Crockett was my first hero, and I had the coonskin cap to prove it. Fess Parker’s unforgettable, exciting and admirable performance as this American icon has remained with me all these years, as it has for his millions of fans around the world. Fess is truly a Disney Legend, as is the heroic character he portrayed, and while he will certainly be missed, he will never be forgotten.