Rodney Bell, a talented individual, entered this world on October 21, 1915, in the charming city of Baltimore, Maryland, USA. He went on to lead a life that was marked by his passion for the performing arts, eventually becoming an accomplished actor. Throughout his illustrious career, Bell appeared in a variety of notable films, including the 1955 science fiction classic, "The Phantom from 10,000 Leagues", the 1949 comedy, "Waiting in the Lurch", and the 1954 adventure film, "The Fire Chaser". Sadly, Bell's life came to an abrupt end on August 3, 1968, when he passed away in Woodland Hills, Los Angeles, California, USA.
Personal Details
BornOct 21, 1915 Baltimore, Maryland, USA
Biography
Career
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1963

The Courtship of Eddie's Father as Wedding Reception Guest (uncredited)
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The Andy Griffith Show as Trucker Edgar J. Masters
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1961

Bachelor in Paradise as Attorney (uncredited)
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1960

The Subterraneans as Balloon Man (uncredited)
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1959

The Rookie as Pentagon janitor
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1958

The High Cost of Loving as Bill Cady (uncredited)
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The Missouri Traveler as Herb Davis
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Money, Women and Guns as Martin (uncredited)
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1957

Man on Fire as Loud Member
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1955

The Phantom from 10,000 Leagues as William S. 'Bill' Grant
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1954

A Star Is Born as Malibu Party Guest (uncredited)
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1953

The Hitch-Hiker as William Johnson
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1952

Sudden Fear as Aggressive Drunk on Street
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Young Man with Ideas as Party Guest (uncredited)
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1951

Love Nest as Drunk (Uncredited)
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Gasoline Alley as Judd (uncredited)
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I'll See You in My Dreams as Harris' Assistant (uncredited)
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1950
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The Great Jewel Robber as Man in Elevator (uncredited)
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Pretty Baby as Traffic Cop (uncredited)
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1949

The File on Thelma Jordon as Withers (Uncredited)
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1948

Lady at Midnight as Joe Kelly - Pete's Co-Worker
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1947

That's My Man as Owner
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The Senator Was Indiscreet as Politico
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1946

The Brute Man as Minor Role
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The Dark Mirror as Fingerprint Man
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Heartbeat as Student (uncredited)
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1945
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Scarlet Street as Barney (uncredited)
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1942

Blondie Goes to College as Student