Chris Gampel was an American actor, born on February 19, 1921, in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. He is best known for his roles in films like Annie Hall, Death Wish, and The Changeling. Gampel passed away on May 8, 2008, in New York City, New York, USA.
Personal and Family Life
Chris Gampel was raised in Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada. He moved to New York at the young age of 17 to follow his dream of becoming an actor. In 1965, he married Annette Hunt, and the couple had one child before they later divorced.
Career
As an actor, Chris Gampel often played small but memorable roles in various films and television shows. He had an active career on Broadway starting in the early 1950s, appearing in many productions over the years.
Death and Legacy
Chris Gampel died on May 8, 2008, in New York City, leaving behind a legacy of diverse performances in both film and television. His contributions to the acting community, especially in character roles, are remembered by fans and peers alike.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Kisses in the Dark | 1998-06-23 | Mr. Roman |
| Kisses in the Dark | 1998-06-23 | Carlo Pronto |
| Annie Hall | 1977-04-19 | Doctor |
| Captain Brassbound’s Conversion | 1960-03-02 | Redbrook |
| The Invincible Mr. Disraeli | 1963-04-03 | Colonel Peel (as C.M. Gampel) |
| The Invincible Mr. Disraeli | 1963-04-03 | General Peel (as C.M. Gampel) |
| The Changeling | 1980-03-28 | Mr. Tuttle |
| The Tempest | 1960-02-13 | The Boatswain |
| Desperate Characters | 1971-09-22 | Mike Holstein |
| Death Wish | 1974-07-24 | Ives |
| Nicky’s World | 1974-04-19 | Oven Salesman |
| The Promise of Love | 1980-11-11 | The Minister |
| Hail | 1973-07-27 | The Government |
| Looping | 1992-01-01 | Carlo Pronto |
| King Lear | 1953-10-18 | First Servant |
| The Philco Television Playhouse | 1948-10-03 | Diego |
| Ed | 2000-10-08 | Judge |
| Quincy, M.E. | 1976-10-03 | |
| Naked City | 1958-09-30 | Warden E. A. Darrell |
| Studio One | 1948-11-07 | Oney Harris |
| Law & Order: Criminal Intent | 2001-09-30 | Mr. Leavitt |
| Hallmark Hall of Fame | 1951-12-24 | The Boatswain |
| The Patty Duke Show | 1963-09-18 | |
| Decoy | 1957-10-14 | Lieutenant Rice |
| Hallmark Hall of Fame | 1951-12-24 | Redbrook |
| Hallmark Hall of Fame | 1951-12-24 | The Doctor |