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
Columbo
Star Trek: Deep Space Nine
2 Broke Girls
My Name Is Earl
The Equalizer
Boy Meets World
Boy Meets World
NewsRadio
All Movies (15)
- Shaky Shivers2023 · as Bob
- Lucky Stiff2014 · as Bill Siller
- Mystery Woman: Snapshot2005 · as Mayhem Man #1
- Osmosis Jones2001 · as Bruiser (voice)
- Brother2000 · as Geppetti's Bodyguard
- Dish Dogs2000 · as E.J.
- Scarred City1998 · as Tito
- Savage1997 · as Allen Poe
- The Birdcage1996 · as Big Guy in Park
- A Goofy Movie1995 · as Security Guard (voice)
- Robot in the Family1994 · as Anthony the Septic Tank Man
- Guys and Dolls: Off the Record1992 · as Himself / Big Jule
- Largo Desolato1990 · as 1st Man
- Bloodhounds of Broadway1989 · as Big Shelley
- Traxx1988 · as Guzik #1
All TV Shows (9)
- 2 Broke Girls2011 · as Singing Inmate
- My Name Is Earl2005 · as Pooch
- Titus2000 · as Mobster
- NewsRadio1995 · as Bodyguard
- Boy Meets World1993 · as Delivery Guy
- Boy Meets World1993 · as Uncle Mike Hunter
- Star Trek: Deep Space Nine1993 · as President Jaresh-Inyo
- The Equalizer1985 · as Truck Driver
- Columbo1971 · as Priestly