Zero Mostel

Acting

Zero Mostel

Zero Mostel is best known for The Muppet Show, The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson, Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In and The Electric Company. Zero Mostel was born on February 28, 1915. Zero Mostel died on August 8, 1977 at the age of 62.

Born
February 28, 1915
Place of birth
Brooklyn, New York, USA
Died
August 8, 1977 (62 years old)

Biography

Samuel Joel “Zero” Mostel (February 28, 1915 – September 8, 1977) was an American actor. He was best known for his portrayal of comic characters such as Tevye onstage in Fiddler on the Roof, Pseudolus onstage and onscreen in A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, and Max Bialystock in the original film version of The Producers. He was blacklisted during the 1950s, and his testimony before the House Committee on Un-American Activities was well-publicized. He was a Tony Award and Obie Award winner.

Known for

Filmography

Frequently asked questions

What movies and shows has Zero Mostel been in?

Zero Mostel is best known for The Muppet Show, The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson, Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In and The Electric Company.

When was Zero Mostel born?

Zero Mostel was born on February 28, 1915. (Brooklyn, New York, USA)

How old is Zero Mostel?

Zero Mostel died on August 8, 1977 at the age of 62.

Updated: October 26, 2026 ·