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Irving Lahrheim (August 13, 1895 – December 4, 1967), known professionally as Bert Lahr, was an American stage and screen actor and comedian. He was best known for his role as the Cowardly Lion, as well as his counterpart Kansas farmworker "Zeke", in the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer adaptation of The Wizard of Oz (1939).
Jun 4, 2024 · Bert Lahr (born August 13, 1895, New York, New York, U.S.—died December 4, 1967, New York City) was an American stage and screen actor who was best known for his dynamic portrayal of the Cowardly Lion in the film The Wizard of Oz (1939).
Jun 8, 2018 · Bert Lahr's dedication and talent caught on fast—he became the lead comic in shows such as Folly Town (1919), Roseland Girls (1920-1921), and his greatest burlesque success, Keep Smiling (1921-1922). In that show he met Mercedes, a dancer who became his partner and wife.
Bert Lahr's career in Hollywood spanned from 1931 to 1939, during which he appeared in over twelve films, showcasing his comedic talents on the silver screen. However, it was his iconic performance as the Cowardly Lion in the 1939 classic "The Wizard of Oz" that truly cemented his place in cinematic history.
May 10, 2021 · Mental health issues have plagued a long list of gifted comedians from Jonathan Winters to Robin Williams to Hannah Gadsby, to cite only a few. It also beset the brilliant comic actor Bert Lahr...
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Nov 8, 1998 · John Lahr on his father, the comic genius Bert Lahr, and his role as the Cowardly Lion in “The Wizard of Oz.”
Feb 25, 2019 · Bert Lahr was lucky enough to have an iconic role in one of the most beloved films of all time. While many will recall his performance as the Cowardly Lion in The Wizard of Oz (1939), his experience as an energetic performer extended beyond this critical role.
