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
Cast Credits
Shaky Shivers
Character: Bob
MOVIE • 2023
Lucky Stiff
Character: Bill Siller
MOVIE • 2014
2 Broke Girls
Character: Singing Inmate
TV • 2011
My Name Is Earl
Character: Pooch
TV • 2005
Mystery Woman: Snapshot
Character: Mayhem Man #1
MOVIE • 2005
Brother
Character: Geppetti's Bodyguard
MOVIE • 2000
Dish Dogs
Character: E.J.
MOVIE • 2000
Titus
Character: Mobster
TV • 2000
Savage
Character: Allen Poe
MOVIE • 1997
The Birdcage
Character: Big Guy in Park
MOVIE • 1996
A Goofy Movie
Character: Security Guard (voice)
MOVIE • 1995
NewsRadio
Character: Bodyguard
TV • 1995
Robot in the Family
Character: Anthony the Septic Tank Man
MOVIE • 1994
Boy Meets World
Character: Delivery Guy
TV • 1993
Boy Meets World
Character: Uncle Mike Hunter
TV • 1993
Star Trek: Deep Space Nine
Character: President Jaresh-Inyo
TV • 1993
Guys and Dolls: Off the Record
Character: Himself / Big Jule
MOVIE • 1992
Largo Desolato
Character: 1st Man
MOVIE • 1990
Bloodhounds of Broadway
Character: Big Shelley
MOVIE • 1989
Traxx
Character: Guzik #1
MOVIE • 1988