Catherine 1 Posted July 21, 2004 Meinhardt Raabe is one of the last surviving cast members of The Wizard Of Oz. He is 88, however I have no information on his health. http://aol.imdb.com/name/nm0704638/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Typhoid Harry 21 Posted July 21, 2004 Okay, so this guy HAS to qualify. I've actually seen The Wizard of Oz on television in the UK. (Granted, it was in the early 80's.) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anubis the Jackal 76 Posted July 22, 2004 Try as I might, I really can't recall there being a coroner in Wizard of Oz. Admittedly I'm not a huge friend of Dorothy's and I haven't watched the film with Pink Floyd's 'Dark Side of the Moon' as a soundtrack, but I'd know a munchkin if I saw one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stayin Alive 26 Posted July 22, 2004 Aren't you forgetting the bit where apparently you can see a member of the crew hanging himself in the background - probably after he accidentially stumbled across the star's trailer... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cowboy Ronnie 77 Posted July 22, 2004 yeah that guy's a real Hollywood titan. Check out his only other credits: Memories of Oz (2001) (TV) .... Himself I Married a Munchkin (1994) (uncredited) .... Himself We're Off to See the Munchkins (1993) (V) ....Himself Hmmm, anyone sense a theme there? He is also described as the shortest pilot during WW2, which sounds a bit like being Britain's oldest motorcyclist. How's he doing, by the way Mr. Kid? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Typhoid Harry 21 Posted July 22, 2004 Try as I might, I really can't recall there being a coroner in Wizard of Oz. He was the mayor! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest PeteyBoy27 Posted August 22, 2004 Meinhardt Raabe played the coroner in The Wizard of Oz not that mayor. He was born in Jefferson County, Wisconsin. Not sure where in Jefferson County....would be interested to know since I live very near to Jefferson County right now. He has not died to my knowledge. In regards to the post about someone hanging themselves in the background....this legend is false. It is a large bird that raises it head from the ground (assumedly from eating) and then spreads its wings. If you are able to watch it on a big screen (tv or movie) and you will see. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest If I told you that... Posted October 13, 2004 On a similar theme, Sadie Corrie, the smallest transylvanian is 86. I think she's still in quite good health though. However, she does enjoy her whiskey if you get my meaning Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest david hibbard Posted November 20, 2004 meinhardt raabe lives in Penny Farms, a retirement community, just west of green springs florida. Several years ago he had an auto accident when he ran into the rear of a truck, which subsequently killed his wife who was also a little person. He often makes public appearances with his costume on at various places including schools etc. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest kidddd Posted November 22, 2004 I can confirm that Meinhardt does indeed live in Penny Farms Retirement Community in I believe Orange County Florida. I know this because my grandparents live in that community and I've actually met Raabe on several occasions. He appears to be in good health for an 80+ year old -- he can still ride a bike! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Lori Posted January 26, 2005 Not only is he alive, he has a new book coming out this April. It's called Memories of a Munchkin. It's being published by Watson-Guptill and will retail for $39.95. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anubis the Jackal 76 Posted January 26, 2005 Not only is he alive, he has a new book coming out this April. It's called Memories of a Munchkin. It's being published by Watson-Guptill and will retail for $39.95. Blimey, is he still milking that munchkin thing? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest the oz Posted April 12, 2005 He was on Jimmy Kimmel Live tonight. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cowboy Ronnie 77 Posted April 12, 2005 Now that he's appeared on Jimmy Kimmell we know his career's well and truly dead. Will the man himself follow? I still contend he falls short (ahem) of the fame test Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Ernie Posted May 15, 2005 I live nearby, in Florida, and I spoke with Mr. Raabe earlier in the week. He was friendly to me, and very easy to talk to. He spoke of his life, and about The Wizard of Oz movie. He is a very smart man, with a accounting degree from a university in Wisconsin. At 89, he still travels the country attending OZ functions. He really appreciates the attention and love from the fans. When I spoke with him, he had just returned from several book signings in N.Y.C. He is slowing down a bit, but still plans to do the Oz festivals this summer. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anubis the Jackal 76 Posted May 15, 2005 He is slowing down a bit, but still plans to do the Oz festivals this summer. Not to be confused with OZZFEST Or maybe he's doing a short 'best of' set between Mastodon and As I Lay Dying on the second stage. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest LR Williams Posted May 15, 2005 http://www.qctimes.com/internal.php?story_...ure&c=8,1050659 This article mentions that Meinhardt in addition to his other success was also an employee of Oscar Mayer for 30 years. As it so happens, So Was I. I am not claiming any form of fame But, I did also manage to make it to Florida, if that is any sort of accomplisment ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Guest_glinda Posted May 21, 2005 Mr. Raabe is alive and well and living in Penney Farms retirement community near Middleburg (Jacksonville), FL. He is still selling autographs....... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Banshees Scream 107 Posted May 21, 2005 Acually when i heard raabe was still living i was quite suprised accounting on from what i knew most small people have shorter lifespans then the average human being. Though i wonder if he is deathlist material for 2006?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
widnes14 3 Posted June 25, 2005 Anybody Know if any of the wizard of oz cast are still alive? I know Dorothy isnt (obv) and Aunty Em commited sucide... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Banshees Scream 107 Posted June 25, 2005 Meinhardt Raabe one of the last remaining cast members. http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0704638/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tuber Mirum 119 Posted June 26, 2005 Raabe has his own thread already, I believe. Threads now merged - DWB Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Bill Posted July 15, 2005 I visited with Mr. Raabe yesterday in Penney Farms, FL which is about an hour south of Jacksonville. Located in Clay county, Penney Farms is home to a retirement community started by JC Penney in memory of his parents, who were missionaries. Mr. Raabe is still active for a man approaching 90 years of age and still loves to discuss Oz activities. He does, indeed, still make appearances around the nation in connection with OZ activities and MGM. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest William Posted August 17, 2005 There are actually still 9 living munchkins to my knowledge, there may be more but I know of 9. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Handrejka 1,840 Posted August 17, 2005 Not that I have a dwarf fetish or anything, but any chance of naming the surviving Munchkins ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
