Joe Chrest

Joseph Chrest is an American academic and actor. He has had roles in numerous films and television series including 21 Jump Street and its sequel 22 Jump Street, Oldboy, The Butler, The Perfect Date, and as Ted Wheeler in Stranger Things.

Early life and education

Chrest was born and raised in St. Albans, West Virginia, where he attended St. Albans High School. He earned his undergraduate degree from Marshall University. In the late 1980s, he earned an MFA in acting from Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Career

Chrest is an adjunct professor at the School of Theatre in Louisiana State University's College of Music & Dramatic Arts. He teaches a film acting class. Since 1992, he is a founding member of LSU's Swine Palace.

Film

Television

Theatre