Harvey Lembeck

Harvey Lembeck
as "Eric von Zipper"
Born	(1923-04-15)April 15, 1923 Brooklyn, New York City, US
Died	January 5, 1982(1982-01-05) (aged 58) Los Angeles, California, US
Years active	1947–1982
Spouse	Caroline Dubs
Children	Michael Lembeck Helaine Lembeck

Harvey Lembeck (April 15, 1923 – January 5, 1982) was an American comedic actor best remembered for his role as Cpl. Rocco Barbella on The Phil Silvers Show (a.k.a. Sgt. Bilko, a.k.a. You'll Never Get Rich) in the late 1950s, and as the stumbling, overconfident quasi-outlaw biker Eric Von Zipper in beach party films during the 1960s. He also turned in noteworthy performances in both the stage and screen versions of Stalag 17. He was the father of actor and director Michael Lembeck and actress Helaine Lembeck.