Ardon Bess

Ardon Bess

Personal Details

Biography

Ardon Bess is a highly acclaimed and accomplished Canadian actor, whose impressive career has been marked by a wide range of memorable and impactful performances, with one of his most notable and enduring roles being that of Maurice Ruddick, a courageous and resilient survivor of the infamous and tragic 1958 Springhill mining disaster, which was vividly brought to life in a powerful and poignant Heritage Moment television commercial.

Bess's remarkable career has been marked by a wide variety of film and television performances, consistently demonstrating his impressive range as a thespian. Among his most notable accomplishments are his memorable appearances in the highly acclaimed television series Trailer Park Boys, where his talents were showcased to great effect. Additionally, he has also made significant contributions to the dance film genre, with his standout role in the popular movie How She Move, which has left a lasting impression on audiences. Furthermore, he has also demonstrated his dramatic prowess in the critically acclaimed drama Take the Lead, as well as his comedic chops in the hilarious comedy The Ladies Man. Moreover, he has also excelled in action-packed roles, such as in the thrilling Kung Fu: The Legend Continues, which has cemented his status as a master of the genre. In addition, he has also ventured into the world of horror, delivering a chilling performance in the spine-tingling Prom Night. His impressive resume also includes memorable appearances in the beloved sitcom King of Kensington, as well as the powerful drama Jewel, which has solidified his reputation as a talented and versatile actor.

Bess's remarkable on-screen presence in the television movie "One Heart Broken Into Song" garnered him a distinguished nomination for the esteemed Gemini Award in the category of Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Supporting Role in a Dramatic Program or Mini-Series, a testament to his exceptional talent and dedication to his craft.

Career

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2023
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2022
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2017
Cardinals
Cardinals as Stanley Axel
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2016
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{"id":9893,"title":"Double Wedding","year":"2010","character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/double-wedding","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_9893.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_9893.jpg"},"released":1}
2010
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2008
How She Move
How She Move as Uncle Cecil
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Saving God
Saving God as Officer Earle
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2002
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Jack & Ella
Jack & Ella as Darrell
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Sins of the Father
Sins of the Father as Minister at Church
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The Skulls II
The Skulls II as Mr. Beckford
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2001
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On Their Knees
On Their Knees as Gas Station Clerk
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Jewel
Jewel as Nelson
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2000
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Songs in Ordinary Time
Songs in Ordinary Time as Earlie's Grandfather
{"id":54270,"title":"After Alice","year":"1999","character":"Lenny","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/after-alice","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_54270.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_54270.jpg"},"released":1}
1999
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The 4th Floor
The 4th Floor as Hardware Owner
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Free of Eden
Free of Eden as Businessman
{"id":26088,"title":"Moving Target","year":"1996","character":"Jake","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/moving-target","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_26088.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_26088.jpg"},"released":1}
1996
{"id":157901,"title":"Soul Survivor","year":"1995","character":"Papa","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/soul-survivor","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_157901.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_157901.jpg"},"released":1}
1995
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{"id":58390,"title":"Spenser: The Judas Goat","year":"1994","character":"Winston Boyko","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/spenser-the-judas-goat","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_58390.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_58390.jpg"},"released":1}
1994
{"id":215804,"title":"On Thin Ice: The Tai Babilonia Story","year":"1990","character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/on-thin-ice-the-tai-babilonia-story","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_215804.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_215804.jpg"},"released":1}
1990
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{"id":160842,"title":"Hostage","year":"1988","character":"Garage Attendant","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/hostage-1988","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_160842.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_160842.jpg"},"released":1}
1988
Hostage
Hostage as Garage Attendant
{"id":160681,"title":"Hot Paint","year":"1988","character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/hot-paint","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_160681.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_160681.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":8511,"title":"Philip Marlowe, Private Eye","year":1986,"character":"Jed Mason","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/philip-marlowe-private-eye","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_8511.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_8511.jpg"},"released":1}
1986
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1985
{"id":6727,"title":"Prom Night","year":"1980","character":"Teacher","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/prom-night-1980","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/396jj4isao80.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/396jj4isao80.jpg"},"released":1}
1980
Prom Night
Prom Night as Teacher
{"id":85983,"title":"The Shape of Things to Come","year":"1979","character":"Merrick","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-shape-of-things-to-come","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_85983.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_85983.jpg"},"released":1}
1979