LeoGlossary: Jack Weston (Actor)


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Born: August 21, 1924 – Died: May 3, 1996

Jack Weston, a versatile actor known for his roles in both stage and screen, captivated audiences for over 40 years. Born on August 21, 1924, he hailed from Cleveland, Ohio. He found success portraying a wide range of characters, from sleazy villains to flawed yet lovable protagonists. Weston's notable contributions to the entertainment industry include his role as one of the antagonists in the cult classic Wait Until Dark (1967), alongside Audrey Hepburn and Alan Arkin. He also showcased his comedic talent in films like Cactus Flower (1969) and Please Don't Eat the Daisies (1960). With a career spanning television, film, and Broadway, Jack Weston left an indelible mark on the world of entertainment.

Early Life and Career

Jack Weston's start in the entertainment industry can be traced back to his first professional role in stage and television productions. His first major successful role came in the form of Wait Until Dark (1967), where he captivated audiences with his portrayal of a villainous character. This role showcased his acting range and set the stage for his future success.

Jack Weston was nominated for a Tony Award for his role in the stage production of "The Floating Lightbulb" (1971). This nomination demonstrates his talent and recognition within the theater community.

Jack Weston's impact on Hollywood and the entertainment industry is significant. With a career spanning over four decades, he cultivated a strong and diverse body of work, showcasing his versatility and range as an actor. His performances in both memorable and lighter roles left a lasting impression on audiences, establishing him as a respected and talented performer. Although he may not be considered a household name today, Jack Weston's contributions to the world of entertainment are undeniable and solidify his status as a valued figure in the industry.

Filmography

Year Title Role
1988 Short Circuit 2 Oscar Baldwin
1987 Dirty Dancing Max Kellerman
1987 Ishtar Marty Freed
1986 If Tomorrow Comes (TV Mini Series) Uncle Willie
1986 Rad Duke Best
1986 The Longshot Elton
1984 The Four Seasons (TV Series) Danny Zimmer
1983 High Road to China Struts
1981 The Four Seasons Danny Zimmer
1980 Can't Stop the Music Benny Murray
1979–1980 Tales of the Unexpected (TV Series) William Botibol
1979 Cuba Larry Gutman
1977 Harold Robbins' 79 Park Avenue (TV Mini Series) Joker Martin
1976 Hickey (TV Movie) Julius V. Hickey
1976 Gator Irving Greenfield
1976 The Ritz Gaetano Proclo
1973 Marco Maffio Polo
1973 Deliver Us from Evil (TV Movie) Al Zabrocki
1973 Chelsea D.H.O. (TV Movie) Mr. Randall
1973 I Love a Mystery (TV Movie) Job Cheyne
1972 Fuzz Det. Meyer Meyer
1972 All in the Family (TV Series) Joe Girgis
1971 A New Leaf Andy McPherson
1969 Cactus Flower Harvey Greenfield
1969 CBS Playhouse (TV Series) Marty
1969 The April Fools Potter Shrader
1968 Now You See It, Now You Don't (TV Movie) Prince Haroun
1968 The Thomas Crown Affair Erwin
1968 The Counterfeit Killer Randolph Riker
1967 Wait Until Dark Carlino
1967 Ready and Willing (TV Movie) Sergeant Herbert Willing
1964–1967 Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler Theatre (TV Series) Ray | Gerberman | Riker ...
1967 Code Name: Heraclitus (TV Movie) Gerberman
1966 Laredo (TV Series) Hannibal Rex | Crazy John Holden
1966 Fame Is the Name of the Game (TV Movie) Griffin
1966 Vacation Playhouse (TV Series) Fireman Hogan
1966 Bewitched (TV Series) Louis
1966 The Man from U.N.C.L.E. (TV Series) Buzz Conway
1966 Ben Casey (TV Series) Ralph Alden
1965 Who Goes There? (TV Movie) Pettit
1965 12 O'Clock High (TV Series) Capt. 'Chub' Willis
1965 The Cincinnati Kid Pig
1965 Mirage Lester
1958–1965 Gunsmoke (TV Series) Wesley | Samuel Sprig
1964–1965 Burke's Law (TV Series) Gogi Zito | Silly McCree
1963–1964 Kraft Suspense Theatre (TV Series) Joao Esposa | Homer Fargis
1964 Arrest and Trial (TV Series) Bernie Allen
1964 Mr. and Mrs. (TV Movie) Cash
1964 Grindl (TV Series) Leo Loomis
1964 The Incredible Mr. Limpet George Stickel
1963 The Fugitive (TV Series) Davey 'Fatso' Lambert
1963 Palm Springs Weekend Coach Fred Campbell
1963 Breaking Point (TV Series) Sam Keller
1960–1963 The Twilight Zone (TV Series) Julius Moomer | Charlie Farnsworth
1963 Stoney Burke (TV Series) Harry Marsh
1962 It's Only Money Leopold
1962 Sam Benedict (TV Series) Joey Kent
1962 The Comedy Spot (TV Series) Bill Bruxton
1961–1962 The Hathaways (TV Series) Walter Hathaway
1960–1962 Thriller (TV Series) Maurice Reynard | Edward Dean
1961 Dr. Kildare (TV Series) Dr. Justin Muntag
1961 The Honeymoon Machine Signalman Burford Taylor
1959–1961 The Lawless Years (TV Series) Kid Dropper | A.J. | Al Brown
1960–1961 My Sister Eileen (TV Series) Chick Adams
1960–1961 Shirley Temple's Storybook (TV Series) Goblin King | Amos Overmuch
1961 General Electric Theater (TV Series) Freddie Pringle
1961 Route 66 (TV Series) Jake Hunter
1961 All in a Night's Work Lasker
1961 Peter Loves Mary (TV Series) Al Burton
1961 Harrigan and Son (TV Series) Sanford
1960 The Renegade (TV Movie) H.P. Daggett
1960 Have Gun - Will Travel (TV Series) John Paul Neal | Rudy Rossback
1960 Markham (TV Series) Spencer Combs
1958–1960 Westinghouse Desilu Playhouse (TV Series) Barney Olson | Rosenthal | Root
1960 The Texan (TV Series) Stringer
1960 The Detectives (TV Series) Jack Rewey
1960 Alfred Hitchcock Presents (TV Series) Otto
1960 Please Don't Eat the Daisies Joe Positano
1960 Philip Marlowe (TV Series) Artie
1959 Johnny Staccato (TV Series) Tom Raffe
1959 Playhouse 90 (TV Series) Wocziki
1959 The Untouchables (TV Series) Ciro Terranova
1959 Rawhide (TV Series) Julian Smith
1959 The Real McCoys (TV Series) Jerry Young
1959 Fibber McGee and Molly (TV Series) George Lester
1959 Imitation of Life Tom
1959 Steve Canyon (TV Series) Smiley
1959 The Ten Commandments (TV Movie) Unknown
1958 I Want to Live! NCO at Party (uncredited)
1958 Rescue 8 (TV Series) Walt Dagget
1958 Peter Gunn (TV Series) Dave Green
1958 The DuPont Show of the Month (TV Series) Wilson
1958 Mike Hammer (TV Series) Dave Kendall
1958 The George Burns and Gracie Allen Show (TV Series) Mr. Elliott
1958 Stage Struck Frank
1958 Perry Mason (TV Series) Fred Calvert
1956 Playwrights '56 (TV Series) Pearlman
1955–1956 Kraft Theatre (TV Series) M | Sgt. Bates
1955 Appointment with Adventure (TV Series) Wilson
1955 The Philco Television Playhouse (TV Series) Lumpkin
1955 The Best of Broadway (TV Series) Unknown
1955 Armstrong Circle Theatre (TV Series) Unknown
1953–1954 Rod Brown of the Rocket Rangers (TV Series) Wilbur 'Wormsey' Wormser | Adjutant Wilbur 'Wormsey' Wormser
1952 Lux Video Theatre (TV Series) Third Soldier | Elevator Man | Bill
1952 Captain Video and His Video Rangers (TV Series) Unknown
1952 Schlitz Playhouse (TV Series) Unknown
1951 Out There (TV Series) Unknown

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