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Actor
Birthday
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Died
Birthplace
New York City, New York, USA
Nationality
Languages
English
Children
3 children: Jane Lahr, John Lahr
Zodiac Sign
♌ Leo
Chinese Zodiac
羊 Goat
Popularity
Tier B -- 26,733 Wikipedia views/month
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Career
Career spanning 94 years (1931-2025)
Notable
Career spanning 94 years (1931-2025) -- among the longest-active actors in A-tier
Frequent co-star
Appeared in 3 films with Joan Davis
Zodiac
Born in the Year of the Goat
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Filmography (13)
AWARDS (2)
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Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical
1964
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Biography
Bert Lahr (born Irving Lahrheim; August 13, 1895 – December 4, 1967) was an American actor and comedian. Lahr is remembered today for his roles as the Cowardly Lion and the farmworker Zeke in the 1939 movie The Wizard of Oz, but was also well-known for work in burlesque, vaudeville, and on Broadway.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Bert Lahr?
Bert Lahr was born on and passed away on at the age of 72.
Where was Bert Lahr born?
Bert Lahr was born in New York City, New York, USA.
What movies or shows has Bert Lahr been in?
Bert Lahr has 13 credits in our database. Notable titles include The Wizard of Oz at Sphere (2025), American Masters (1986), The Night They Raided Minsky's (1968), The Second Greatest Sex (1955), Rose Marie (1954).
What is Bert Lahr known for?
Bert Lahr is primarily known as an actor. Bert Lahr (born Irving Lahrheim; August 13, 1895 – December 4, 1967) was an American actor and comedian. Lahr is remembered today for his roles…
Where can I find more information about Bert Lahr?
You can find more about Bert Lahr on IMDB, TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
