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Bert Lahr - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | August 13, 1895 |
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| Died | December 04, 1967 (age 72) |
| Birthplace | New York City, New York, U.S. |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo - (see also Bert Lahr's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Goat |
| Generation | Lost Generation |
| Known For | Playing the Cowardly Lion in 'The Wizard of Oz' (1939) |
Intro
Bert Lahr was an American actor, vaudeville performer, and comedian, best known for his iconic role as the Cowardly Lion in the classic 1939 film 'The Wizard of Oz.'
Early Life & Background
Born Irwin Martin Lahrheim to German Jewish immigrants in New York City, Bert Lahr left school at 15 to join vaudeville, quickly establishing himself as a talented comedic performer.
Career Highlights
- Starred as the Cowardly Lion in 'The Wizard of Oz' (1939)
- Had a successful career in vaudeville and on Broadway, appearing in revues such as 'Hold Everything!' and 'Flying High'
- Won a Tony Award for Best Leading Actor in a Musical for 'Foxy' in 1964
- Appeared in acclaimed theatrical productions including 'Waiting for Godot'
Trivia
- Bert Lahr's distinctive voice and comedic timing made the Cowardly Lion one of the most memorable characters in film history.
- The costume for the Cowardly Lion was made from real lion pelts and was extremely heavy and warm to wear on set.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Bert Lahr born?
Bert Lahr was born the 13 August 1895.
Where is Bert Lahr from?
New York City, New York, U.S..
On His Birth-Day
About August 13th, 1895, in brief:
- Day of the week: August 13th, 1895 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Leo (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: