Known For
Acting
Born
Oct 18, 1943
Place of Birth
Gary, Indiana, USA
Credits
23 titles
Herschel Sparber
Biography
Herschel Sparber is an American actor and voice actor born on October 18, 1943, in Kentucky. Standing notably tall at 6 feet 9 inches, he has had a diverse career in film, television, and theater. Sparber is known for his roles in movies such as "Osmosis Jones" (voice role), "A Goofy Movie," and "The Birdcage." On television, he is recognized for playing President Jaresh-Inyo in "Star Trek: Deep Space Nine." Beyond screen acting, he has performed on Broadway, notably as Big Jule in "Guys and Dolls" and appearing in the musical "City of Angels." Before turning to acting full-time, Sparber studied psychology and English, attended law school, and worked as a corporate lawyer before choosing an artistic career. He has also been active in voiceover work and continues to act in various roles including recent appearances in films and commercials.
Known For
Filmography
Shaky Shivers
Bob
Lucky Stiff
Bill Siller
2 Broke Girls
Singing Inmate
My Name Is Earl
Pooch
Mystery Woman: Snapshot
Mayhem Man #1
Osmosis Jones
Bruiser (voice)
Brother
Geppetti's Bodyguard
Dish Dogs
E.J.
Titus
Mobster
Scarred City
Tito
Savage
Allen Poe
The Birdcage
Big Guy in Park
A Goofy Movie
Security Guard (voice)
NewsRadio
Bodyguard
Robot in the Family
Anthony the Septic Tank Man
Boy Meets World
Delivery Guy
Star Trek: Deep Space Nine
President Jaresh-Inyo
Guys and Dolls: Off the Record
Himself / Big Jule
Largo Desolato
1st Man
Bloodhounds of Broadway
Big Shelley
Traxx
Guzik #1
The Equalizer
Truck Driver
Columbo
Priestly