‘Mr. Belvedere’ Cast Holds Rare Reunion To Honor Late Co-Star Bob Uecker

The cast of Mr. Belvedere reunited recently to pay tribute to their late co-star Bob Uecker, who played the family patriarch George Owens on the classic sitcom. The gathering took place in Milwaukee, where the surviving cast members traveled together to attend a private celebration of life hosted by the Milwaukee Brewers.

Uecker passed away earlier this year at the age of 90, however he is not only remembered as a talented actor, but also as sports legend, announcer and friend. Cast members Tracy Wells Tofte, Brice Beckham, Ilene Graff, and Rob Stone were part of the fans and loved ones in attendance to celebrate his memory with fond recollections and warm tributes.

‘Mr. Belvedere’ reunion honors Bob Uecker’s legacy

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Tofte shared a heartfelt Instagram post featuring her former castmates at the airport, captioned, “The Owens Family goes to Milwaukee!” The group flew in together, highlighting their tight-knit bond even decades after the show’s end.

In another touching tribute, she posted a picture of Uecker with the caption, “Flying to Milwaukee tomorrow with my Belvedere family to celebrate this great human being.” Their reunion served as both a nostalgic moment and a public display of appreciation for a man who impacted their lives both on and off-screen.

Bob Uecker is remembered as an impactful figure in sports and entertainment

Uecker was best known for his wits and lovable dad persona on Mr. Belvedere, but he was also a true baseball legend. He was the voice of the Milwaukee Brewers for more than five decades. His legacy lives on not just through his work, but in the many honors he received which included two statues proudly standing in his honor.

Following his death, his castmates reflected on the joy he brought to the set. Brice Beckham praised Uecker’s humor and warmth, saying he was one of a kind. “We’ll miss him as he takes his seat ‘in the front row,’” he added. Their reunion proved that Uecker’s spirit lives on in the hearts of those he made laugh and inspired.