Los Alamos, Oct 24 (V7N) – Ron Ely, the actor best known for his portrayal of Tarzan in the 1960s television series, has passed away at the age of 86. The news of his death was revealed by his daughter, Christiane Casale, in a social media post on Wednesday (October 23). According to reports from the BBC, Ely died on September 29 at his home in Los Alamos, Santa Barbara, California, though the family only confirmed the news about a month later.

Ely rose to fame in the 20th century, starring in several popular TV series and films. However, it was his role as the iconic jungle hero Tarzan in the NBC series, which aired from 1966 to 1968, that cemented his place in popular culture. His dedication to the physically demanding role resulted in several on-set injuries, including broken bones and encounters with wild animals.

The Tarzan series, originally broadcast on NBC, went on to be dubbed into various languages and aired around the world, furthering Ely's global fame.

Ron Ely's contributions to film and television will be remembered by fans and colleagues alike.

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