Born in England, he grew up in Canada, joined the RCAF in World War Two, then went on to star in MORE than 500 commercials for a single product, becoming by the late 1978 the third most recognizable American after Billy Graham and Richard Nixon.
He was and remains a TV Icon ... and his plaintive "Don't squeeze the Charmin," remains a well known slogan. And the product her promoted is in use almost everywhere!
Mr. Whipple, other wise known as Dick Wilson, passed away this past week at the age of 91. Another 70's Icon has gone on to greater Glory ...
With a little help from my friends
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Well, that was quick. A couple of days ago, I said I would look at the
pores on a possible turkey tail polypore "next time". And then yesterday, a
frien...
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