Why Rusty Stevens Vanished From 'Leave It to Beaver' — The Real Story Behind Larry Mondello's Exit
Nov, 26 2025
Rusty Stevens, who played Larry Mondello on 'Leave It to Beaver,' vanished in 1960 after conflicting reports cited his overbearing mother or his desire for a normal life. He later returned for a 1980s reboot, but spent decades out of the spotlight.
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