Lee, Will, 1908-1982

Will Lee (1908-1982) was a stage and screen actor. In the 1930s he was a cofounder of the Theatre of Action and a member of the Federal Theatre Project and the Actors Workshop. He was involved with the Workers Laboratory Theatre which presented plays in support of the labor movement and social justice. During World War II, he was assigned to the Army Special Services Section in Australia and the Philippines, where he wrote and directed various productions for Amercian troops. In the 1950s, Lee was blacklisted for five years. He continued to work on the stage, in television commercials, and as Mr. Hooper on television's "Sesame Street" program until his death.

From the guide to the Will Lee papers, 1930-1980, (University of Wyoming. American Heritage Center.)

Will Lee (1908-1982) was a stage and screen actor. In the 1930s he was a cofounder of the Theatre of Action, a member of the Federal Theatre Project and the Actors Workshop and was involved with the Workers Laboratory Theatre which presented plays in support of the labor movement and social justice. During World War II, he was assigned to the Army Special Services Section in Australia and the Philippines, where he wrote and directed various productions for American troops. In the 1950s, Lee was blacklisted for five years. He continued to work on the stage, in television commercials, and as Mr. Hooper on television's "Sesame Street" program until his death.

From the description of Will Lee papers, 1930-1980. (University of Wyoming, American Heritage Center). WorldCat record id: 31153650