Paul Sparer


Paul Israel Sparer was an American character actor. He appeared as Rex Cooper in the soap operas Somerset and Another World. He was also known for narrating the anthology TV series Tales from the Darkside. His film roles include Loving and The House on Carroll Street while television appearances include Armstrong Circle Theatre, Kojak, The Adams Chronicles, Lou Grant and . Sparer also played Dr. Edward Auster in the first episode of Law & Order, "Prescription for Death".

Personal life

Sparer was born in Boston, Massachusetts. He was married to actress Nancy Marchand. Sparer died in Manhattan in 1999.

Filmography