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John Wheeler

1930 – 2026

American actor

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About John Wheeler

Lived 1930 – 2026 (aged 95). John Wheeler was an American actor, television actor and film actor.

Johnnie Lee Wheeler Jr. (June 20, 1930 – February 6, 2026) was an American actor, best known as the singing restaurant manager in the classic 1971 "You Deserve A Break Today" McDonald's commercial featuring singing employees singing as they clean and get the restaurant ready to open. He graduated from the University of the Pacific in 1952 with a Bachelor of Music degree. Wheeler died at his home in Claremont, California, on February 6, 2026, at the age of 95.

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Also known as
Johnnie Lee Wheeler Jr., John L. Wheeler

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People whose lives overlapped John Wheeler's

Frequently asked questions

Who was John Wheeler?

American actor

When was John Wheeler born?

John Wheeler was born on 20 June 1930.

When did John Wheeler die?

John Wheeler died on 6 February 2026.

What was John Wheeler's occupation?

John Wheeler was an actor, television actor and film actor.

What nationality was John Wheeler?

John Wheeler was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Wheeler

· Wikidata: Q111912460

· DBpedia: John Wheeler (actor)

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