Joseph Whipp

Joseph Whipp (born July 12, 1941) is an American actor known for his roles as police officers in films and television shows. He began his acting career in the 1970s and taught drama at Carlmont High School during that time. His first credited role was in the 1979 movie Escape from Alcatraz as a prison guard. Whipp is best known for his appearances in horror movies such as A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984) and Scream (1996), where he played the roles of a cop and a sheriff, respectively. He has also starred in soap operas like Generations and General Hospital, and has made guest appearances on popular TV series like Lou Grant, The Dukes of Hazzard, Golden Girls, Night Court, Cheers, and ER.