Whit Bissell

Biography

Born 10/25/1909

A wide-ranging character actor with Broadway experience, Bissell entered films in 1943 with "Holy Matrimony" and went on to appear in over 80 more. specializing as ineffectual types and high-strung professionals. He is perhaps best remembered for his role as the scientist who turned Michael Landon...
Whit Bissell's biography »

Rating:

Highlights

  • In 1979, Final TV-movie "The Night Rider"
  • In 1978, Final film appearance, "Casey's Shadow"
  • In 1974, Played William Seward in TV-miniseries "Sandburg's Lincoln" (NBC)

Family & Companions

  • Adrienne Marden: wife (divorced)
  • Jennifer Raine Bissell: wife (died January 5, 1993; daughter of actor Alan Napier)
  • Brian Forster: son (survived him)

Post your comment

Do you have a Yahoo! ID? Sign in | Sign up