Herbert Lom was born on September 11, 1917 in Prague, Czech Republic. He is best known for his role as Charles Dreyfus, the hilariously frustrated boss of bumbling Inspector Clouseau in the Pink Panther film series. He was a prolific actor, appearing in over 100 films and television shows throughout his career.
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Age, Biography and Wiki
💰 Net worth: $6 Million (2024)
About
Played the role of Charles Dreyfus, the hilariously frustrated boss of bumbling Inspector Clouseau in the Pink Panther film series.
Before Fame
He was born with the name, Herbert Charles Angelo Kuchacevich ze Schluderpacheru, but shortened it for screen roles.
Trivia
Outside of the Pink Panther films, he was often typecast in villain roles, often of a Southern European or Middle Eastern flair.
Family Life
He was forcefully separated from his Jewish girlfriend in World War II - she was sent back to Prague from Britain because she didn't have her papers in order.
Associated With
He appeared in more than 100 films, many of them classics, but his most popular role was opposite Peter Sellers in Pink Panther.