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Herschel Sparber
Gary, Indiana, USA
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, televis…
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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.
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2023
Shaky Shivers
Movie Bob
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2014
Lucky Stiff
Movie Bill Siller
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2011
2 Broke Girls
TV show Singing Inmate
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2005
My Name Is Earl
TV show Pooch
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2005
Mystery Woman: Snapshot
Movie Mayhem Man #1
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2001
Osmosis Jones
Movie Bruiser (voice)
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2000
Brother
Movie Geppetti's Bodyguard
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2000
Dish Dogs
Movie E.J.
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2000
Titus
TV show Mobster
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1998
Scarred City
Movie Tito
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1997
Savage
Movie Allen Poe
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1996
The Birdcage
Movie Big Guy in Park
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1995
A Goofy Movie
Movie Security Guard (voice)
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1995
NewsRadio
TV show Bodyguard
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1994
Robot in the Family
Movie Anthony the Septic Tank Man
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1993
Boy Meets World
TV show Delivery Guy
More credits
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1993
Star Trek: Deep Space Nine
TV show President Jaresh-Inyo
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1992
Guys and Dolls: Off the Record
Movie Himself / Big Jule
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1990
Largo Desolato
Movie 1st Man
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1989
Bloodhounds of Broadway
Movie Big Shelley
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1988
Traxx
Movie Guzik #1
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1985
The Equalizer
TV show Truck Driver
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1971
Columbo
TV show Priestly
