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Cheeta is an American actor who is best known for his role as Tarzan's chimpanzee companion in the Tarzan films of the 1930s and 1940s. He was born on April 9, 1932 in North Hollywood, California. Cheeta's real name is Jiggs, and he was originally owned by animal trainer Tony Gentry. He was trained to perform various stunts and tricks, and he quickly became a popular attraction in Hollywood. Cheeta's first film role was in the 1932 film Tarzan the Ape Man, and he went on to appear in a total of 12 Tarzan films. He also appeared in a number of other films, including The Big Cage (1933), The Bride of Frankenstein (1935), and The Wizard of Oz (1939). Cheeta retired from acting in the late 1940s and was adopted by animal trainer and Tarzan co-star, Johnny Weissmuller. He lived with Weissmuller until the actor's death in 1984. Cheeta is now believed to be the oldest living chimpanzee in the world. He currently lives at the Suncoast Primate Sanctuary in Palm Harbor, Florida. Cheeta's estimated net worth is unknown.

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Occupation actor
Age 79 years old
Zodiac Sign Aries
Born 9 April, 1932
Birthday 9 April
Birthplace 1932
Date of death 24 December, 2011
Died Place Palm Harbor, Florida, USA
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Cheeta Height, Weight & Measurements

At 79 years old, Cheeta height is 4' (1.22 m) .

Physical Status
Height 4' (1.22 m)
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Dating & Relationship status

He is currently single. He is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about He's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, He has no children.

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Cheeta Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is Cheeta worth at the age of 79 years old? Cheeta’s income source is mostly from being a successful Actor. He is from . We have estimated Cheeta's net worth , money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2023 $1 Million - $5 Million
Salary in 2023 Under Review
Net Worth in 2022 Pending
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2006

Now retired, he lives at the C.H.E.E.T.A. Primate Sanctuary in Palm Springs. [April 2006]

2003

Retired at the C.H.E.E.T.A. Primate Foundation in Palm Springs, California. He also does abstract paintings, which the Foundation sells to raise funds. [2003]

1960

He was an actor, known for Coronation Street (1960), See No Evil (2014) and 5 News (1998).

1932

Cheeta was born on April 9, 1932.