Fess Parker: Walt Disney's Davy Crockett Dies at 85

Fess Parker was an American actor. Born on August 16, 1924, in Fort Worth, Texas, he served in the Navy in World War II and studied history at the University of Texas.

He became a TV sensation as Davy Crockett in Disney's 1954-55 miniseries, setting off a craze for coonskin caps. He later starred in the series Daniel Boone from 1964 to 1970.

He became a successful real estate developer and owned a winery in Santa Barbara County, California. Parker died of natural causes at his home in Santa Ynez, California, on March 18, 2010, at age 85.

Achievements: Starred as Davy Crockett and Daniel Boone.

Birth: August 16, 1924 - Fort Worth, Texas.

Profession: Actor and winemaker.

Interesting Facts: He founded Fess Parker Winery in California.