Charles Bail was an American actor who is best known for his work in “The Stunt Man,” “Black Samson,” and “Gunsmoke.” His career in show business spanned several decades, including acting, directing, and performing stunts in numerous films and television shows.
Personal and Family Life
Charles Bail was born in August 1935 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He left school in the ninth grade and had a diverse life before entering the entertainment industry, including a stint in the Navy. He was married to Sue Bail and had one child, Mark.
Career Highlights
Bail began his career as an extra on the TV series “Wagon Train” and quickly transitioned into stunt work and acting in many popular western series. He directed several films, including “Black Samson” and “The Gumball Rally,” and worked on various TV shows as a director. He was also notable for his role as a stunt coordinator in the film “The Stunt Man,” directed by Richard Rush.
Death and Legacy
Charles Bail passed away on November 25, 2020, due to heart and gall bladder issues, as well as complications from COVID-19, in Tyler, Texas. His contributions to the film industry, particularly in stunts and directing, left a lasting impact, and he is remembered for his versatile career.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Love and Other Stunts | 2018-04-06 | |
| The Savage Seven | 1968-05-01 | Taggert |
| The House of Seven Corpses | 1974-02-01 | Jonathon Anthony Beal / Theodore Beal |
| The Stunt Man | 1980-06-27 | Chuck Barton |
| The Jayhawkers! | 1959-10-15 | Jayhawker |
| The Sinister Saga of Making The Stunt Man | 2000-02-21 | |
| Rainy Day Friends | 1985-12-20 | Jack |
| Batman | 1966-01-12 | Henchman |
| Perry Mason | 1957-09-21 | Baker’s Henchman (uncredited) |
| Bonanza | 1959-09-12 | Reese |
| Gunsmoke | 1955-09-10 | Withers |
| The Texan | 1958-09-29 | Brawler (uncredited) |
| The Virginian | 1962-09-19 | Burney’s Henchman (uncredited) |