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Josh Mostel Biography
Birth Name:Joshua Mostel
Birth Place:New York City, New York, United States
Profession Actor, Soundtrack
Fast Facts
- Attended Brandeis University, where he earned a bachelor's degree
- In 1983, he got married to film producer Peggy Rajski
- Is the son of fellow singer and actor Zero Mostel
- At a young age, he started performing with the Metropolitan Opera
- Made his Broadway debut in the 1971 play "Unlikely Heroes․"
- Is best known for frequently taking on the role of manic characters
- Was in contention for the role of The Big Bopper in "The Buddy Holly Story․"