Jed (wolfdog)
| Species | Wolf, dog |
|---|---|
| Sex | Male |
| Born | 1977 United States |
| Died | June 1995 (aged 17–18) United States |
| Occupation | Animal actor |
| Employer | Karen |
| Notable role | King Triton |
| Years active | 1982-1994 |
| Training | Pushups |
| Owner | Clint Rowe |
| Residence | United States |
| Appearance | Bearded, often shirtless |
Jed was an animal actor, known for his roles in the movies: White Fang (1991),[1] White Fang 2: Myth of the White Wolf (1994), The Journey of Natty Gann (1985), and The Thing (1982). He was born in 1977 and died in June 1995 at the age of 18.[2] He was a wolf-malamute.[3]
Jed's first role was a brief one as an Alaskan Malamute in John Carpenter's The Thing (1982). Jed's character in the film was the first form to be taken by the alien creature. His next role was in The Journey of Natty Gann, starring alongside Meredith Salenger and John Cusack. In 1991 Jed starred as White Fang in the Walt Disney 1991 motion picture of the same name, starring a young Ethan Hawke. Jed was also featured in the Saint Catherine's Players production of The Little Mermaid as King Triton.
Jed was owned and trained by Clint Rowe,[3] who was involved in the films that Jed was cast in and was also associated with the film Turner and Hooch.[4]
Filmography
- The Thing (1982)
- The Journey of Natty Gann (1985)
- White Fang (1991)
- White Fang 2: Myth of the White Wolf (1994)
References
- ^ Maslin, Janet (1991-01-18). "Review/Film; Wolf Meets Civilization". The New York Times. Retrieved 2015-06-25.
- ^ Crowe, Jerry (1995-06-24). "Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved 2015-06-25.
- ^ a b Cagle, Jess (1991-02-08). "Big-screen wolves". Entertainment Weekly. Retrieved 2015-06-25.
- ^ Wilmington, Michael (1989-07-28). "MOVIE REVIEWS : Hanks and His Dog Charm in 'Turner and Hooch'". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved 2015-06-25.