Inside Joe Chrest’s Net Worth and Career in Movies and TV Shows

Joe Chrest may not be a household name for everyone, but chances are you’ve seen his face in some of the most talked-about films and TV shows of the past few decades. Recently, he has gained spotlight for his performance in Netflix’s Stranger Things.

In the the globally successful Netflix series, he portrays the role of Ted Wheeler, the father of Mike and Nancy. As many already know, he has been a part of the hit show since the start and he is also set to appear in the fifth and final season of Stranger Things.

Besides Stranger Things, Chrest is also known for his roles in The Blind Side and 21 Jump Street. With over 30 years of acting experience and a strong background in theatre education, Chrest’s journey in the entertainment industry is both impressive and inspiring.

From feature films to network series and university lecture halls, his contributions span multiple industries. To sum up, the American actor is a seasoned veteran in the industry who has built a long-lasting career both in front of the camera and in the classroom.

With that impressive resume, it must be sure that the 62-year-old actor has managed to rack up an equally impressive net worth. So, what is Joe Chrest’s net worth? As of this writing, his exact earnings and net worth are yet to be revealed.

However, with more than 130 acting credits to his name, it can only be assumed that the figure is in millions of dollars. And while it’s not official yet, some reports indicate that Chrest’s net worth might be around $5 million to $7 million.

Joe Chrest’s career in movies and TV shows

Chrest began acting in the early 1990s and has worked steadily ever since. He made his acting debut as Ben in the 1993 movie King of the Hill. Afterward, he played minor roles in several movies and TV shows.

His first big break came in 1995 when he portrayed the character of Mr. Rodman in The Underneath. Since then, he has never looked back and has continued to climb the ladder of success.

Speaking more of his filmography, he has taken on supporting roles in a number of major films including The Blind Side, 21 Jump Street, 22 Jump Street, Oldboy, and The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1. He also had parts in Deepwater Horizon and Lee Daniels’ The Butler.

Joe Chrest during the premiere of ‘Fly Me to the Moon’ in 2024 (Photo: X)

On television, he is best known for Stranger Things, but he has also appeared in popular series like American Horror Story, True Detective, NCIS: New Orleans, and Treme. As of this writing, he has 130 acting credits on his IMDb profile.

Some of his most recent acting gigs include The First Lady, Where the Crawdads Sing, A Friend of the Family, Killers of the Flower Moon, Lisa Frankenstein, and Fly Me to the Moon. Furthermore, as of this date, he has two upcoming projects as well.

Short on Joe Chrest’s bio

Born September 15, 1965, in Saint Albans, West Virginia, as Joseph Chrest, the actor was raised by his parents, whose details remain unknown. It’s also unknown if he has any siblings or is the only child of his parents.

Joe Chrest as Ted Wheeler in Netflix’s ‘Stranger Things’ (Photo: Netflix)

As for his education, he first attended St. Albans High School. After that, he proudly served in the United States Air Force where he was recognized for expert marksmanship and for Cold War service.

After he served his nation, Chrest went on to earn a BFA Degree in Directing from Marshall University (West Virginia). Furthermore, in the late 1980s, he completed his MFA in Acting from Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.