Birthday
1924-10-25
Died
2000-12-23
Birthplace
Millsboro, Pennsylvania, USA
Gender
Male
Known For
Acting
Billy Barty (born William John Bertanzetti; October 25, 1924 – December 23, 2000) was an American actor and activist. In adult life, he stood 3 feet, 9 inches (1.14 m) tall, due to cartilage–hair hypoplasia dwarfism, and because of his short stature he was often cast in movies opposite taller performers for comic effect. He specialized in outspoken or wisecracking characters. During the 1950s, he became a television star, appearing regularly in the Spike Jones ensemble.
Acting Credits
The World of Sid & Marty Krofft at the Hollywood Bowl
Cleaning Lady / Sparky the Firefly / Witchiepoo's Assistant
The Wonderful World of the Brothers Grimm
The Court Jester (segment "The Dancing Princess") (uncredited)
