
Herschel Sparber
Acting • Born 1943-10-18
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
24 credits
Bloodhounds of Broadway
Movie • 1989
Big Shelley

Savage
Movie • 1997
Allen Poe

Shaky Shivers
Movie • 2023
Bob

Largo Desolato
Movie • 1990
1st Man

Brother
Movie • 2000
Geppetti's Bodyguard

Lucky Stiff
Movie • 2014
Bill Siller

Mystery Woman: Snapshot
Movie • 2005
Mayhem Man #1

Guys and Dolls: Off the Record
Movie • 1992
Himself / Big Jule

A Goofy Movie
Movie • 1995
Security Guard (voice)

Dish Dogs
Movie • 2000
E.J.

Traxx
Movie • 1988
Guzik #1

The Birdcage
Movie • 1996
Big Guy in Park

Robot in the Family
Movie • 1994
Anthony the Septic Tank Man

Scarred City
Movie • 1999
Tito

Osmosis Jones
Movie • 2001
Bruiser (voice)

Columbo
TV • 1971
Priestly

Star Trek: Deep Space Nine
TV • 1993
President Jaresh-Inyo

My Name Is Earl
TV • 2005
Pooch

NewsRadio
TV • 1995
Bodyguard

2 Broke Girls
TV • 2011
Singing Inmate

The Equalizer
TV • 1985
Truck Driver

Boy Meets World
TV • 1993
Delivery Guy

Boy Meets World
TV • 1993
Uncle Mike Hunter

Titus
TV • 2000
Mobster