Wes Bishop was an American actor who is best known for Race with the Devil, The Thing with Two Heads, and Chain Gang Women.
Personal and Family Life
Bishop was born Charles Pelletieri on September 12, 1932, in Nashville, Tennessee. He served in the U.S. Army as a paratrooper and intelligence officer during the Korean War. He married Elizabeth Wood on October 21, 1963, but details about their life together and later years are not widely known.
Career
Wes Bishop frequently worked with filmmaker Lee Frost on various films in the 1960s and 1970s. Their collaborations include notable titles like Love Camp 7 and The Black Gestapo. Bishop also made guest appearances on popular TV shows such as Perry Mason and Bonanza, showcasing his versatility as an actor.
Death and Legacy
Wes Bishop passed away at the age of 60 on June 25, 1993, due to a liver ailment. His contributions to the genre of exploitation cinema left a lasting impression on fans and filmmakers. Even after his death, his films continue to be appreciated for their unique style and entertainment value.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Race with the Devil | 1975-06-01 | Deputy Dave |
| The Thing with Two Heads | 1972-07-19 | Dr. Smith |
| Chain Gang Women | 1971-09-22 | Coleman |
| Chrome and Hot Leather | 1971-09-29 | Sheriff Lewis |
| The Pick-Up | 1968-11-21 | Tony |
| Hot Spur | 1968-07-05 | Wes |
| A Climax of Blue Power | 1974-12-25 | Lt. Jim Cable (uncredited) |
| Poor Cecily | 1974-02-13 | Arresting Constable (uncredited) |
| Sleazy Rider | 1973-01-01 | Roger (uncredited) |
| Weekend with the Babysitter | 1970-08-28 | Rovo |
| Love Camp 7 | 1969-10-04 | Sgt. Gotthardt (uncredited) |
| The Scavengers | 1969-05-13 | Dillon |
| Dixie Dynamite | 1976-05-13 | Deputy Frank |
| Ride Hard, Ride Wild | 1970-10-21 | Lief Vedenin (uncredited) (voice) |
| The Black Gestapo | 1975-03-01 | Ernest |
| Violated! | 1973-01-01 | LAPD Detective (uncredited) |