J. Donald Wilson

John Donald Wilson (June 5, 1904 – January 26, 1984) was a radio and film writer, producer, and voice actor, born in Kansas City, Missouri.

He created the title character in the radio series The Whistler, a show that he wrote. His other radio writing, producing, and directing work included The New Adventures of Nero Wolfe, and Dark Venture. as well as other characters in Disney productions such as The Reluctant Dragon. He was the announcer on Strange As It Seems and Charlie Chan.

He was known for his work on films such as The Whistler and Key Witness.

He inverted his first and middle names so as not to be confused with Don Wilson, the announcer on The Jack Benny Program. In 1938, it was announced that he had adopted the name Norman Wilson, but at some point he went back to J. Donald Wilson.

He was married to Loraine Wilson, who sued him for divorce in 1948 over numerous affairs, including one with his secretary Tania Karl. Wilson was later married to Christine McIntyre. He reportedly suffered a nervous breakdown in 1946, but was soon back at work. He died in 1984.

Filmography Year Title Role Notes 1936 To Spring Head Elf Voice, uncredited 1939 Society Dog Show Judge Voice, uncredited 1941 The Reluctant Dragon Mayor, Knight Voice, uncredited 1942 Bambi Chipmunk #2 Voice, uncredited