Vincent Van Patten is an American actor and former professional tennis player, who, for Disney, appeared in Charley and the Angel and episodes of The Wonderful World of Disney.
Van Patten was born in Bellerose, New York, as the youngest son of actor Dick Van Patten. He began his career at age nine, first appearing in commercials before moving into films, such as The Bravos, Chino, Rooster: Spurs of Death!, Rock 'n' Roll High School, Gidget's Summer Reunion, The Dirty Dozen: The Deadly Mission, Camp Fear, and 7 Days to Vegas, which he also co-produced and co-wrote. His television credits include Bonanza, Gunsmoke, Barnaby Jones, Nichols, Medical Center, Adam-12, The Courtship of Eddie's Father, The Love Boat, Night Gallery, Wonder Woman, Apple's Way, Love, American Style, Insight, Three for the Road, Nanny and the Professor, The New Scooby-Doo Movies, Matlock, Baywatch, The Young and the Restless, and Days of Our Lives: Beyond Salem.
Outside of acting, Van Patten began a career as a tennis player, entering tournaments, such as the French Open, Wimbledon, and the US Open. He is also a commentator for the World Poker Tour, where he played several hands as well.
Filmography[]
| Year | Film | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1972 | "The High Flying Spy" | Davey |
| 1973 | Charley and the Angel | Willie Appleby |
| "The Boy and the Bronc Buster" | Todd Thompson |
Roles[]
(The High Flying Spy)
(Charley and the Angel)
(The Boy and the Bronc Buster)
