Buddy Lester was an American actor and comedian who portrayed dozens of character roles in films and television. Although known for his appearances in Jerry Lewis’ comedy films, he was also regularly seen on popular television shows in the 1960s and 1970s

Buddy Lester

Acting Born January 16, 1917 – Died October 4, 2002 Chicago, Illinois, USA

Buddy Lester was an American actor and comedian who portrayed dozens of character roles in films and television. Although known for his appearances in Jerry Lewis’ comedy films, he was also regularly seen on popular television shows in the 1960s and 1970s

Known For

Petticoat Junction

Love, American Style

Herb

Adam-12

Neil

Adam-12

Victor Lamson

Barney Miller

Harry the Bookie

Barney Miller

Sidney the Bookie

Emergency!

Reggie

Dragnet

Starsky & Hutch

Kojak

Lenny Karp

The Doris Day Show

Eddie

The Ed Sullivan Show

Self