Barney Martin
Barney Martin | |
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Martin in The Tony Randall Show (1977) | |
| Born | March 3, 1923 New York City, U.S. |
| Died | March 21, 2005 (aged 82) Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1956–2000 |
Barney Martin (March 3, 1923 – March 21, 2005) was an American actor, best known for playing Morty Seinfeld, father of Jerry, on the sitcom Seinfeld (1991–1998). He also played supporting roles in Mel Brooks's The Producers (1967), and the Dudley Moore comedy Arthur (1981). He originated the role of Amos Hart (Mr. Cellophane) in the 1976 Broadway production of Chicago.