Acting

Wesley Thompson

Wesley Thompson, born on October 2, 1956, is an accomplished actor recognized for his diverse roles across television, theater, and film. He made a memorable appearance as an Army Corpsman in the iconic M*A*S*H episode "As Time Goes By." Throughout his career, he has guest-starred in notable series such as The White Shadow, The Larry Sanders Show, Boston Legal, and Seinfeld. A graduate in Theater Arts from both San Francisco State University and UCLA, Wesley's passion for acting was evident from an early age.

Raised in Pasadena, California, and originally from Chicago, Thompson's stage career took off with a standout performance in George C. Wolfe's inaugural play, "Up For Grabs," earning him the title of Best Actor in college. His theater work includes significant roles such as Honey in "A Member of the Wedding," Ice in "Short Eyes," and various productions at West LA's Odyssey Theater, notably "The Miser," "The Bridgehead," and "Bullpen." His role as Jumbo in the romantic comedy "Panache" was particularly celebrated, leading to an off-Broadway run that garnered acclaim from The New York Times.

Thompson also enjoyed regular roles on ABC’s He's the Mayor and Pursuit of Happiness, while making guest appearances in beloved series like Friends, ER, and Malcolm in the Middle. His film career began with the award-winning short "Teenage Father" (1978) and continued with appearances in films such as Brewster's Millions, Gremlins 2, and Casper. His most recent work includes a role alongside Vivica A. Fox in Two Can Play That Game (2001). With over 200 commercials to his name, Wesley Thompson’s dynamic presence continues to leave a lasting impact on audiences.

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