Harvey Lembeck

Born: 1923-04-15

Birthplace: Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA

Biography

Harvey Lembeck (April 15, 1923 – January 5, 1982) was an American comedic actor best remembered for his role as Cpl. Rocco Barbella on The Phil Silvers Show (a.k.a. Sgt. Bilko) in the late 1950s, and as the stumbling, overconfident outlaw biker Eric Von Zipper in the beach party movie series during the 1960s. He also turned in noteworthy performances in both the stage and screen versions of Stalag 17. He was the father of actor/director Michael Lembeck and actress Helaine Lembeck.

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Known For

Stalag 17
Beach Party
Raid on Entebbe
Bikini Beach
The Frogmen
Pajama Party
You're in the Navy Now
Love with the Proper Stranger
Something Evil
Dr. Goldfoot and the Bikini Machine

Top Movie Credits

Stalag 17 Sgt. Harry Shapiro
Beach Party Eric Von Zipper
Bikini Beach Eric Von Zipper
The Frogmen Marvin W. 'Canarsie' Mikowsky
Pajama Party Eric Von Zipper
Something Evil Associate Producer
Dr. Goldfoot and the Bikini Machine Motorcycle Thug in Dungeon