Pat Renella was an American actor who is best known for Bullitt (1968), The Alfred Hitchcock Hour (1962), and Voyagers! (1982). Born on March 24, 1929, in Chicago, Illinois, he passed away on November 9, 2012, in Los Angeles, California.
Personal and Family Life
Pat Renella, whose birth name was Pasquale Joseph Renella Jr., began his career as a nightclub singer in Los Angeles. He was known to be a close friend of writer and producer Bruce Geller. By January 2011, he was living in West Hollywood, California.
Career
Throughout his acting career, Renella often portrayed gangsters or henchmen. He is most remembered for his role as Johnny Ross in the film Bullitt, which contributed to his recognition in the industry. His versatility allowed him to appear in various television shows, earning roles that highlighted his range as an actor.
Death and Legacy
Pat Renella passed away on November 9, 2012. Although the cause of death was undisclosed, he left behind a legacy of memorable performances in both film and television, particularly known for his roles in crime dramas and suspenseful narratives.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| In Like Flint | 1967-03-15 | Restaurant Proprietor |
| Bullitt | 1968-10-17 | Johnny Ross |
| Moonchild | 1974-05-01 | Manager |
| Riot on Sunset Strip | 1967-03-01 | Perry |
| The Forgotten City of the Planet of the Apes | 1980-11-18 | Jason |
| Frank Nitti: The Enforcer | 1988-04-17 | |
| Three on a Date | 1978-02-17 | Bobby |
| Dayton’s Devils | 1968-10-01 | Claude Sadi |
| Beverly Hills Brats | 1989-10-06 | Lt. Gofield |
| The Silencers | 1966-02-18 | Man (uncredited) |
| Route 66 | 1960-10-07 | |
| The F.B.I. | 1965-09-19 | Eugene Corlett |
| The Streets of San Francisco | 1972-09-23 | |
| Cannon | 1971-09-14 | |
| Ironside | 1967-03-28 | |
| S.W.A.T. | 1975-02-24 | |
| The Alaskans | 1959-10-04 | |
| Planet of the Apes | 1974-09-13 | |
| Garrison’s Gorillas | 1967-09-06 | |
| Kraft Suspense Theatre | 1963-10-10 | First Detective |
| Quincy, M.E. | 1976-10-03 | |
| Mannix | 1967-09-16 | |
| Combat! | 1962-10-02 | Razna |
| McCloud | 1970-02-17 | |
| Felony Squad | 1966-09-12 | |
| The High Chaparral | 1967-09-10 | Sangre |
| Hunter | 1977-02-18 | |
| Bronk | 1975-04-17 | |
| The Alfred Hitchcock Hour | 1962-09-20 | The Lean Man |
| The Alfred Hitchcock Hour | 1962-09-20 | The Boyfriend |