Portrait of Herschel Sparber

Herschel Sparber

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.

Born: October 18, 1943

Place of Birth: Gary, Indiana, USA

Filmography

2023
2014
Lucky Stiff

as Bill Siller

2011
2 Broke Girls

as Singing Inmate

2005
2005
Mystery Woman: Snapshot

as Mayhem Man #1

2000
Brother

as Geppetti's Bodyguard

2000
Dish Dogs

as E.J.

2000
Titus

as Mobster

1999
1997
Savage

as Allen Poe

1996
The Birdcage

as Big Guy in Park

1995
A Goofy Movie

as Security Guard (voice)

1995
NewsRadio

as Bodyguard

1994
Robot in the Family

as Anthony the Septic Tank Man

1993
Boy Meets World

as Delivery Guy

1993
Boy Meets World

as Uncle Mike Hunter

1993
Star Trek: Deep Space Nine

as President Jaresh-Inyo

1992
Guys and Dolls: Off the Record

as Himself / Big Jule

1989
1988
Traxx

as Guzik #1

1985
The Equalizer

as Truck Driver

1971
Columbo

as Priestly