He Starred in Oliver! Jack Wild’s Death Was Utterly Tragic

[@ShaunCarter-qz4hp]

Artful dodger , what a great acting role he played , Oliver my favourite ❤️❤️

[@sherwonfrederick7458]

I loved Jack Wild as The Artful Dodger in Oliver!

[@CyndisKrist]

I loved him in H R Pufnstuf. Even though the show only had 17 episodes, people remembered it because of his talent and presence. The opening and closing themes were actually my favorite part of the show. I think he wanted to make amends for some of his choices, but it was too late and he died young. Rest in peace, Jack.

[@FactsVerseUK]

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[@alancrisp1582]

😢 Such a sad story and outcome. But in my memories, he will live on as Jamie in H.R.Pufnstuf .Until I myself meet my maker !.....

[@FactsVerseUK]

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[@ColtDee]

Artful dodger showed off Jack Wild's great talent a proper little actor worth his weight in gold, a treasure to the entertainment industry, life is generally full of hard knocks, he had a taste of the good life, I wonder if he had to do it again whether he would have side stepped the fame for an ordinary life, it's a sad story for him and his relationships.

[@janysmahoney1271]

Thank you f the engrossing summarisation of this genuinely talented young man; gone 2 soon but legends never really die in their fans eyes. Thanks for the timeless memories Mr Wild , the Crack-o-Jack of the 2 and only Oliver adaptation.

[@janysmahoney1271]

How cute was Lister as Oliver? a timeless classic , a masterpiece which rightly immortalises Dr Jack in2 Cinematic history

[@janysmahoney1271]

Whatever his final outcome, Mr Wilds 4eva immortalised in2 r hearts as the very embracing Artful Dodger; such a talented actor who altho small in stature , had so much grace, energy and personality on screen. RIP dear Jack...

[@wildaboutjackwild6002]

Excellent account of Jack's life. Thank you.

[@truthteller339]

Jack Wild was a one off. A very very underrated actor with enormous potential. He put Lester in the shade. Sadly he just didnt have the luck when the offers dried up and he found himself with nothing to do. He was already a chain smoking alcoholic which then really took hold of him... and he didnt have anyone in the industry to help him and keep him grounded. What a waste. He could have gone on to much greater things. By all accounts a thoroughly lovely man. The Jack Wild saga is an absolute tragedy.

[@charlesaldous5389]

While I liked Jack as the Artful Dodger, I preferred him as Ornshaw, in "Melody". This was a fun movie and the three 'kids' worked well together, as they also did with the older actors. I always wanted to be an actor myself and now am, albeit just as an amateur. But my parents were very old fashioned and didn't want me to 'waste my life, mucking about on stage!' But I was never as good or natural as Jack, Mark and Tracey. I haven't watched Melody (or Oliver!) for years now, although for a while around the time of it's making, it was one of my favourite movies! RIP Jack, you were a good'un! 😐

[@truthteller339]

Mark Lester was totally unconvincing in this role. He looked about 8 years old, his facial expressions never changed......Jack Wild was the star. Lester never could act, Wild was a born actor.

[@Bonniesplushhow]

Sad how he went out. Rest in Piece Jack Wild

[@patriciaoreilly8907]

Great Actor & loved 😊 shocking how his life ended up . RIP

[@janysmahoney1271]

T me, it was Wilds iconic performance in Oliver as t why it became a masterpiece as his interaction with equally versatile/talented Moodys Scrooge perfectly captured the essence of the poor Victorian era

[@MrEdWeirdoShow]

The Devil wants all young people to start as early as possible with drinking and smoking. Do NOT give him his due. RIP, Jack Wild.

[@bobbill4541]

Very good video, short and sweet with all the information needed thanks 🙏

[@FactsVerseUK]

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[@KimberlyAlbain]

Loved him in pufnstuff also! Too bad he passed!

[@LindaSales-j4u]

Thinking of jack wild the boy done well but he was looked after not , today they will say child abuse jack done nothing wrong the big ones got there money I rest my case god bless you jack you done nothing wrong a great actor never forgotten ❤

[@janysmahoney1271]

Wilds loveable Artful Dodger, Reeds (outstanding portayal as brutish Bill Sykes) an Ron Moodys iconic Scrooge were what made Oliver f me... Although Mark Lesters Oliver was the cutest kid ever

[@StLMoWeathershare]

Once upon a summertime , just a dream from yesterday a boy and his magic golden flute heard a boat from off the bay.

[@servant4473]

it is too bad when these young boy actors are abused by old men.

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[@laurenpatriciatv]

What do you mean? I've never heard anything about that.

[@janysmahoney1271]

Hollywood is 1 cesspool of hellenistic vice that 4eva seems to ruins youngsters lives; it's a monster that needs t b stopped or at least he'd accountable f it's devilish behaviour towards young starlets

[@Kristina-gv1sg]

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[@meadowmoss1847]

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[@meadowmoss1847]

Jack Wild was so much like me. But for him a super cool person helped them get a start. Me... I'm just a drunk. At 59 I am hoping that maybe I'll get something done and into the world before I die. Looks loke like he was always a pretty sweet person. Me too. The main thing is this. Jack actually got some stuff out into the world. Those three albums! I am excited now to check those out! 🌞