Joe Bassett was an American actor who is best known for Down Three Dark Streets, The Twilight Zone, and Have Gun – Will Travel. He was born on November 8, 1910, in Rochester, New York, and died on March 12, 1997, in Santa Cruz, California.
Personal and Family Life
Joe Bassett was born Joseph George Bassett and grew up in a family that valued creativity and the arts. Throughout his life, he maintained a passion for acting, which led him to pursue a career in the entertainment industry. Details about his personal relationships and family life are not widely documented.
Death and Legacy
Joe Bassett passed away on March 12, 1997, due to heart failure in Santa Cruz, California. His work in film and television has left a lasting impact, particularly through his memorable performances in classic shows and movies. Bassett’s versatility as an actor continues to be appreciated by fans of vintage cinema.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Tall Man Riding | 1955-06-18 | Will |
| Robbers’ Roost | 1955-05-30 | Stud (uncredited) |
| Security Risk | 1954-08-08 | Chief FBI Agent Malone |
| Border River | 1954-01-06 | Stanton |
| Down Three Dark Streets | 1954-09-02 | Joe Walpo – aka Joe Allen |
| Battle Stations | 1956-02-01 | |
| Johnny Concho | 1956-07-01 | Harry, Bartender |
| Crime Wave | 1953-10-22 | Cop (uncredited) |
| Ada | 1961-08-25 | Sam Kinney |
| Five Finger Exercise | 1962-04-19 | Father |
| A Day of Fury | 1956-05-02 | Fred |
| No Escape | 1953-07-31 | Detective Franks |
| The Redhead from Wyoming | 1953-01-08 | Tex Larkin |
| Cattle Town | 1952-09-06 | Rider |
| The Charge at Feather River | 1953-07-11 | Quartermaster Sergeant |
| The Twilight Zone | 1959-10-02 | Medical Officer |
| Saints and Sinners | 1962-09-17 | Larry Holmstead |