In 2013, Bentley was selected for a role in Open, a television pilot created by Ryan Murphy for HBO, co-starring Scott Speedman. Though the pilot was not picked up for series, Bentley's collaboration with Murphy led to a more significant opportunity.
In 2014, Bentley made a guest appearance in American Horror Story: Freak Show. Due to his performance, he was promoted to a main cast member in the anthology series' fifth season, American Horror Story: Hotel (2015–2016), where he played Detective John Lowe — a central character investigating a series of grisly murders linked to a haunted hotel.
In 2010, Bentley starred alongside Nina Arianda in the off-Broadway debut of David Ives’ play Venus in Fur at the Classic Stage Company in New York. The production was well-received and marked Bentley's notable entry into stage performance.
Wes Bentley married actress Jennifer Quanz in 2001. The couple divorced in 2009, with Bentley later revealing that his struggle with drug addiction had put strain on the marriage. In interviews, including one with The New York Times, Bentley attributed the onset of his substance abuse to the overwhelming success of American Beauty.
Following an arrest in 2008, Bentley entered a 12-step recovery program and sought counseling. Although he relapsed with heroin use afterward, he later confided in a friend and re-entered treatment. Since then, he has remained in recovery and has spoken publicly about his journey through addiction and sobriety.
In 2010, Bentley married producer Jacqui Swedberg. The couple has two children: a son, Charles, born in 2010, and a daughter, Brooklyn, born in 2014.
Wes Bentley continues to work steadily in film and television and is recognized for his intense screen presence and resilience in overcoming personal struggles. His estimated net worth is approximately $1 million. Fans can follow him on his official Twitter account: @wesbentley.
Return to the previous page| Birth Date: | 4 Sep, 1978 |
| Age: | 41 yrs |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Jonesboro |
| residence: | Los Angeles |
| Education: | Juilliard School Sylvan Hills High School |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | American actor |
| Net Worth 2021: | 3 million |
