Actor Who Played Charlie in 'Willy Wonka' on Gene Wilder Death: 'It's Like Losing a Parent

Peter Ostrum had never set foot on a film set when he was cast as Charlie Buckett in “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory.” It fell to Gene Wilder to show him the ropes. “He was the pro and I was a rookie,” said Ostrum, who left the acting business and became a veterinarian. Wilder […]

Gene Wilder death: Peter Ostrum fondly remembers former Willy Wonka co-star

Gene Wilder - Wikipedia

Peter Ostrum - News - IMDb

Gene Wilder death: Peter Ostrum fondly remembers former Willy Wonka co-star

Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory': Where Are They Now?

I played Charlie in the original Willy Wonka film but quit Hollywood for a new career' - Daily Star

Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory: What happened to the kids from the film? - Smooth

Movie Recap: Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, by Ben Pobjie, Applaudience

Why Gene Wilder and “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory” had such a deep impact on me.