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Whitner Nutting Bissell (October 25, 1909 – March 5, 1996) was an American character actor. Early life [ edit ] Born in New York City, Bissell was the son of surgeon Dr. J. Dougal Bissell and Helen Nutting Bissell.
Whit Bissell (1909-1996) was a prolific character actor who appeared in over 200 movies and many TV shows. He played the evil scientist in I Was a Teenage Werewolf (1957) and the governor in Soylent Green (1973).
Whit Bissell came to Hollywood in the 1940s, and by the time he retired he had appeared in more than 200 movies and scores of TV series. He is best known for playing the evil scientist who turned Michael Landon into a half beast in the 1957 cult classic film I Was a Teenage Werewolf (1957).
Mar 5, 1996 · Whit Bissell (born Whitner Nutting Bissell) was an American character actor. His career in film and television spanned the years 1940 to 1984.
Oct 24, 2023 · Here are 10 things you should know about Whit Bissell, born on October 25, 1909. The prolific character actor enjoyed success on Broadway, in pictures and on television. ...more.
Oct 2, 2016 · Whit Bissell (actor) (1909-1996) IMDB Entry. Character actors may never be the star, but they are essential to the success of a movie. They have to make an impression that they’re more than just someone walking on and speaking a line, but not be overwhelming.
Mar 7, 1996 · Whit Bissell, wide-ranging character actor whose more than 200 roles spanning half a century included playing mad scientists in 1950s science fiction thrillers, has died. He was 86.
