Herschel Sparber
Born: 1943-10-18 in Gary, Indiana, USA
Known For: Acting
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.
Filmography
2023
- Shaky Shivers as Bob
2014
- Lucky Stiff as Bill Siller
2011
- 2 Broke Girls as Singing Inmate
2005
- My Name Is Earl as Pooch
- Mystery Woman: Snapshot as Mayhem Man #1
2001
- Osmosis Jones as Bruiser (voice)
1999
- Scarred City as Tito
1997
- Savage as Allen Poe
1996
- The Birdcage as Big Guy in Park
1995
- NewsRadio as Bodyguard
- A Goofy Movie as Security Guard (voice)
1994
- Robot in the Family as Anthony the Septic Tank Man
1993
- Star Trek: Deep Space Nine as President Jaresh-Inyo
- Boy Meets World as Delivery Guy
1992
- Guys and Dolls: Off the Record as Himself / Big Jule
1990
- Largo Desolato as 1st Man
1989
- Bloodhounds of Broadway as Big Shelley
1988
- Traxx as Guzik #1
1985
- The Equalizer as Truck Driver
1971
- Columbo as Priestly