Bert Lahr
American actor
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About Bert Lahr
Bert Lahr was an iconic American actor and comedian best remembered for playing the role of Zeke/Cowardly Lion in the 1939 musical fantasy film The Wizard of Oz. His other popular film credits include 1942's Ship Ahoy, 1949's Always Leave Them Laughing and 1968's The Night They Raided Minsky's. Aside from his film roles, he was also known for his work on Broadway.
Family Life
He was born to Augusta and Jacob Lahrheim. He was married twice. His first marriage was to Mercedes Delpino, from 1929 to 1939. The union produced a child. His second marriage was to Mildred Schroeder in 1940. He fathered two children with Mildred and remained married to her until his death in 1967.
Trivia
He unwillingly divorced his first wife Mercedes after she became mentally ill and was institutionalized.
He died of cancer, a disease which he never knew he had.
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F.A.Q. about Bert Lahr
When is his birthday?
Bert Lahr's birthday is on August 13, 1895.
In how many days is his birthday?
Bert's birthday is in 360 days
How old was Bert when he died?
He was 72 years old.
When did he die?
He died in December 4, 1967.
How old would he be today?
Bert Lahr would be 127 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Bert from?
He was born in New York City, New York, U.S..