John Wheeler
American actor (1930–2026)
Johnnie Lee Wheeler Jr. was an American actor, best known as the singing restaurant manager in the classic 1971 "You Deserve A Break Today" McDonald's commercial featuring singing employees singing as they clean and get the restaurant ready to open. He graduated from the University of the Pacific in 1952 with a Bachelor of Music degree. Wheeler died at his home in Claremont, California, on February 6, 2026, at the age of 95.
Filmography in the catalog
Credited on 4 films (1964–1969) — matched by name in the Creator or Credits field. Also mentioned in 2 other records (descriptions, transcriptions, copyright notes).
| Year ▲ | Title | Creator | Length | Format | Color | Sound |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | Crown Of The Continent | Film-TV Center | 22 min | 16mm | Color | sound |
| 1965 | Her Last Hope | Montana State University, Film and TV Center, Bozeman, Montana | 10 min | B&W | ||
| 1966 | Spirit Of The Dance | Fort Peck Indian Agency | 15 min | 16mm | Color | sound |
| 1969 | Tell Them Willie Boy Is Here | Universal Pictures | 98 min | Color | sound |