Jason Voorhees’s obituary was emotional to his family members and the people he had worked with. Jason Voorhees is the famous character in the 1984s “Friday The 13th.“

The character was played by Ted White, who was a well-talented stuntman. His role in Friday the 13th brought immense popularity as the slasher icon Jason would kill people. 

The film producer Sean Clark shared the news with the public. He said that Jason was 96 years old, and while sleeping, he passed away.

Fox News also reported the same news. Their statement said that Jason(96) was sleeping at his home in California when he peacefully passed away.

Who Was Ted White(Jason Voorhees)?

Ted White was born in Snyder, Texas, on January 25, 1926. He was a Texas native. His birth name was Alex Bayouth, and he had served in the US Marine Corps for six years untiringly.

He attended the University of Oklahoma. While completing his graduation, he used to play football and got better at it with time. Later, he shifted his interest and decided to make a career in acting.

In 1949, he starred in his first film, The Sands of Iwo Jima. His role was as a random marine, and due to his service in the military, he would serve as the consultant on the layout of the titular island.

According to Fox News, Ted started his career in the entertainment industry by working with several industry legends. Some include Fess Parker, Clark Gable, and Richard Boone.

As per his obituary shared by legacy.com, he was John Wayne’s longtime stunt double. It also shares that White has worked in several blockbuster films such as “Escape from New York,” “Planet of the Apes,” and “Soylent Green.”

Legacy also shares news related to his notorious role as Jason Voorhees. He was highly uncredited for his acting. This was why he declined to do the mask scene in the film again. 

Jason Voorhees obituary

After the death of the famous Jason Voorhees from the famous film Friday The 13th, Sean Clark, who had worked with White for 20 years, shared a statement.

He stated, “I have had the privilege of knowing White and working with him for around 20 years. He was my adopted grandpa. Hands down, he was the best storyteller you could have ever met.” 

He further wrote, “I am going to miss you(Ted White) immensely and those steak dinners we always had. My deepest condolence to his wife, Jeri, and his sons.” 

He concluded, “It was an absolute honor, my friend. Rest in peace. Love you, Ted White.“