Ted Wass, a talented individual, was born in the charming city of Lakewood, Ohio. His educational background is rooted in the esteemed Goodman School of Drama in Chicago, where he had the opportunity to perform in a diverse range of classic plays, spanning from the works of William Shakespeare to the renowned playwrights of Ibsen and Joe Orton.
Wass's professional journey began with his Broadway debut in the original production of Grease, taking on the lead role of Danny Zuko. This was soon followed by his lead performance in the production of "They're Playing Our Song", marking the beginning of a successful career in both stage and screen.
Throughout his career, Wass has accumulated an impressive list of film credits, including principal roles in Blake Edwards's Curse of the Pink Panther (1983),Oh, God! You Devil (1984),and The Longshot (1986). His television appearances are equally notable, with his most iconic role being that of "Danny Dallas" on the popular soap opera Soap (1977).
In addition to his acting career, Wass also ventured into directing, starring as "Nick Russo" on the sitcom Blossom (1990) and establishing himself as a skilled director.