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Veteran Actor Wings Hauser Dies at 78

Known for his roles in 'Vice Squad' and 'The Young and the Restless,' Hauser's 58-year career leaves a lasting legacy in film, television, and music.

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Wes Bentley, Luke Grimes, Kelsey Asbille, Gil Birmingham, Cole Hauser and Kai Caster attend Paramount's "Yellowstone" Season 5 New York Premiere at Walter Reade Theater on November 03, 2022 in New York City.
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Overview

  • Wings Hauser passed away on March 15, 2025, in Los Angeles of natural causes at the age of 78, as confirmed by his wife, Cali Lili Hauser.
  • Hauser's career spanned 58 years, with over 100 film and television credits, including iconic roles in 'Vice Squad' and 'The Young and the Restless.'
  • He was the son of Academy Award-winning writer Dwight Hauser, and his son Cole Hauser is a prominent actor known for his role in 'Yellowstone.'
  • At the time of his death, Hauser was working on a documentary titled 'Working Class Actor,' which his wife plans to continue producing through their indie studio, Cali Lili Indies.
  • Hauser's wife highlighted their shared commitment to social and environmental justice, with their studio also serving as a sanctuary for sea life and monarch butterflies.