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Ted Wheeler is a recurring character in Stranger Things, portrayed by actor Joe Chrest. He is the perpetually exasperated - and perpetually clueless - patriarch of the Wheeler family .
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Joseph Chrest (born May 26, 1963) is an American academic and actor. He has had roles in numerous films and television shows including 21 Jump Street, 22 Jump Street, Oldboy, Lee Daniels' The Butler, The Perfect Date, and as Ted Wheeler in Stranger Things. [1] [2] Early life and education.
YearTitleRole1993Ben1993Song and Dance Man from Bar1995Mr. Rodman1997DetectiveJun 27, 2022 · Joe Chrest, who plays Ted Wheeler, the oblivious dad of Mike and Nancy in Stranger Things, talks about his role, his character, and his relationship with the show. He shares his views on Ted's dad-chotomy, his secret femme-fatale side, and his possible CIA connection.
Aug 5, 2019 · Learn about Joe Chrest, the actor who brings Ted Wheeler to life in the Netflix hit Stranger Things. Find out his background, his roles, his hobbies and his connection to the show.
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May 27, 2022 · Joe Chrest, who plays father Ted Wheeler in "Stranger Things," said that the new season of the show sees the parents of Hawkins' favorite child superheroes getting "more involved" in their...
Sep 12, 2023 · Ted Wheeler is the father of Mike and Nancy, two main characters in the Netflix series Stranger Things. He is portrayed as a dysfunctional father figure who is detached from his children and more interested in his own interests. He also embodies the suburban dad stereotype, a critique of the pressures and expectations of suburban life. Learn more about his role and significance in the show.