
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.

A Goofy Movie
1995 · as Security Guard (voice)

Osmosis Jones
2001 · as Bruiser (voice)

The Birdcage
1996 · as Big Guy in Park

Brother
2000 · as Geppetti's Bodyguard

Savage
1997 · as Allen Poe

Bloodhounds of Broadway
1989 · as Big Shelley

Scarred City
1998 · as Tito

Dish Dogs
2000 · as E.J.

Shaky Shivers
2023 · as Bob

Lucky Stiff
2014 · as Bill Siller

Largo Desolato
1990 · as 1st Man

Robot in the Family
1994 · as Anthony the Septic Tank Man

Traxx
1988 · as Guzik #1

Mystery Woman: Snapshot
2005 · as Mayhem Man #1

Guys and Dolls: Off the Record
1992 · as Himself / Big Jule