Obituary of Max Baer

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Max Baer

Maximilian Baer (born December 4th, 1937 in Oakland, California) was an TV Actor who was best known for playing the intellectual nephew (4th grade graduate), Jethro Bodine on classic American TV series "The Beverly Hillbillies". Max died on April 8th, 2026 (TBV) and his death was quite possibly just due to old age. He was 88 years old when he died.

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Max Baer Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Still Alive
    • Full Name: Baer, Maximilian
    • Common Name: Max Baer
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Oakland, California, United States
    • Birth Date: December 04, 1937
    • Age: 88
    • Also Known As: Jethro, Maximilian
    • Occupations:
    • Active Years: 1949-1991
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Chicken Fried Steak
    • Favorite Color: Aqua
    • Favorite Scent: Versace Eros
    • Favorite Actor: Sophia Loren

    Maximilian's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Maximilian Adalbert Baer Jr
    • Father: Maximilian Adalbert Baer (1909-1959)
    • Mother: Mary Ellen Sullivan (1903 - 1978)
    • Brother(s):
      • James Manny Baer (1941-2009)
    • Sister(s):
      • Maude Baer (born 1943)
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Joanne Kathleen Hill (married 1966-divorced 1971)

Death Notice:

  • Date: Still Alive
  • Place: Unknown
  • Cause of Death: None Yet

Category Tags:

TV ActorTV Producer American Born on December 4th Born in 1937 Born in California Died from

Quotable Quotes:

"[on being called Jethro now] It's like somebody calling you a son of a bitch. If he's your friend, it's okay. If he's your enemy, it's not." (IMDB)

"Maximilian Baer lived a remarkable life full of work, perseverance and skill, leaving behind a legacy of work that will continue to inspire future generations. (V)"

"Maximilian Baer was a renowned boxer known for his powerful punches and impressive record, however, he tragically passed away at a relatively young age due to health complications. (V)"

Is Mr. Maximilian Baer still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has not passed away.

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Community Comments:

Carolyn Jette: I just talked to Max Baer in February...you QUACK!


Celebrity Obit Rating: 4 Stars
Wiki Page Updated: 2026-02-22 12:59:31
Author: Tucker
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