Ted Mapes

Born: 25 November 1901, St Edward, Nebraska, USA
Died: 9 September 1984, Burbank, California, USA

Ted Mapes was a top stunt man who was usually given an acting part in the films he did stunts for. He doubled for many famous actors including James Stewart and Charles Starrett, but was used most frequently, 17 times, as a double for Gary Cooper because of his uncanny resemblance to the actor on camera.

The Law Rides (1936) as Ed, a ranch hand

With Harley Wood. This was as close to the camera as he got in this film.

















The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance (1962) as Highpockets (uncredited)

Ted Mapes is in the centre of this shot, standing up to make his point. Denver Pyle is standing just behind him to his right.