
Age, Biography and Wiki
Ted Bessell was an American actor, director, and producer. He is best known for his role as Donald Hollinger in the NBC sitcom "That Girl" (1966–1971). He also appeared in the films "The Graduate" (1967) and "The Love Bug" (1968). Bessell was born in Flushing, Queens, New York City, New York, USA on March 20, 1935. He attended the University of California, Los Angeles, where he studied theater. Bessell began his career in television in the early 1960s, appearing in episodes of "The Twilight Zone" and "The Alfred Hitchcock Hour". He made his feature film debut in "The Graduate" (1967), playing the role of Elaine's (Katharine Ross) boyfriend, Benjamin Braddock. He also appeared in the Disney film "The Love Bug" (1968). Bessell's most famous role was as Donald Hollinger in the NBC sitcom "That Girl" (1966–1971). He also directed several episodes of the show. Bessell was married to actress and singer Marlo Thomas from 1970 until their divorce in 1977. He died of leukemia on October 6, 1996, at the age of 61. At the time of his death, Bessell had an estimated net worth of $2 million.
Popular As | Howard Weston Bessell Jr |
Occupation | actor,director,producer |
Age | 61 years old |
Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
Born | 20 March, 1935 |
Birthday | 20 March |
Birthplace | Flushing, Queens, New York City, New York, USA |
Date of death | 6 October, 1996 |
Died Place | Westwood, Los Angeles, California, USA |
Nationality | USA |
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Ted Bessell Height, Weight & Measurements
At 61 years old, Ted Bessell height is 6' (1.83 m) .
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Height | 6' (1.83 m) |
Weight | Not Available |
Body Measurements | Not Available |
Eye Color | Not Available |
Hair Color | Not Available |
Who Is Ted Bessell's Wife?
His wife is Linnell S. Nobori (1982 - 6 October 1996) ( his death) ( 2 children), Janeen A. Dara (20 April 1963 - 1967) ( annulled), Donna Gordon (? - ?) ( divorced)
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Parents | Not Available |
Wife | Linnell S. Nobori (1982 - 6 October 1996) ( his death) ( 2 children), Janeen A. Dara (20 April 1963 - 1967) ( annulled), Donna Gordon (? - ?) ( divorced) |
Sibling | Not Available |
Children | Not Available |
Ted Bessell Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is Ted Bessell worth at the age of 61 years old? Ted Bessell’s income source is mostly from being a successful Actor. He is from USA. We have estimated Ted Bessell'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 |
Salary in 2022 | Under Review |
House | Not Available |
Cars | Not Available |
Source of Income | Actor |
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Timeline
On The Simpsons 1991 episode 'I Married Marge', Homer and Marge walk down the aisle as Marge says "Well you may not look like Ted Bessel, but you're just as nice." What appears to be a 'That Girl' reference was more likely an insider nod of recognition. Ted Bessel directed many episodes of The Tracy Ullman Show, which is where The Simpsons originated. Both Marge (Julie Kavner) and Homer (Dan Castellaneta) were members of the live-action supporting cast he worked with.
Ted directed episodes of The Tracey Ullman Show (1987) and Sibs (1991).
After that, he appeared in a number of short lived Television comedy series including Me and the Chimp (1972), Good Time Harry (1980) and Hail to the Chief (1985). After being stereotyped as the good boyfriend, Ted found jobs hard to find so he moved towards the direction and production end of Television.
In a tragic twist of irony, Bessel guest starred in Marcus Welby, M.D.: Echo from Another World (1971) where he played a doctor who misdiagnoses a patient who ends up having an aortic aneurysm. Bessel himself died of an aortic aneurysm 25 years after the episode aired.
His biggest burst of post-"That Girl" fame came with the role, in the next-to-last season of The Mary Tyler Moore Show (1970), of Mary Richards's beau.
Remained friends with That Girl (1966) costar Marlo Thomas until his death.
Ted went on to appear as "Frankie" on Gomer Pyle: USMC (1964), but his big break was as "That Guy" on the successful Marlo Thomas Television series That Girl (1966). As "Don Hollinger", he played the boyfriend of aspiring actress "Ann Marie".
Born in New York City, Ted's early career included guest appearances in soap operas, Lover Come Back (1961) and It's a Man's World (1962).
Attending both Georgetown University and the University of Colorado, he graduated in 1958 and focused on acting. He studied with Sanford Meisner at the Neighborhood Playhouse.
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