Robert Clary : Biography, Pictures, Photos, Trivia, Address, Filmography (Hogan's Heroes)

Born in France, Robert Clary early suffered the pangs of war, being interned in a Nazi concentration camp as a child. After WWII he became a singing star in France, and in 1949 came to the United States to promote his career. He appeared on "The Ed Wynn Show" (1949); still learning English he performed in a French language comedy skit. His comedic skills were recognized by Broadway, where he appeared in several revues, including one which moved from theater to film, New Faces (1954). In the 1950's he was a game show regular, and then in 1965 he became Corporal Louis LeBeau in "Hogan's Heroes" (1965). Later film roles were based around WWII, such as Remembrance of Love (1982) (TV) about Holocaust survivors. More recently he returned to television series, joining "Days of Our Lives" (1965) and appearing in "The Young and the Restless" (1973).

Robert Clary, whose real name is Robert Max Widerman, born March 1, 1926 in Paris, is an American actor of French and Jewish origin.

Robert Clary was the youngest child of the 14 children in his family. At 12, he began a career as a professional singer. In 1942, he was deported to the Nazi concentration camp of Buchenwald with the other members of his family. Clary was the only survivor.

He made a career in France and the United States.

In 1965, Clary obtained the role which gave him an international celebrity. He played the role of corporal Louis Lebeau in the television series Papa Schultz (Hogan's Heroes).

Robert Clary is a French actor born March 1, 1926 in Paris. He is best known for his role as Lebeau in the television series Hogan's Heroes, broadcast in the 60s. Clary began his career as a singer and dancer before embarking on the actor. He was also a member of the American group Les Compagnons de la Chanson.

In addition to his role in Hogan's Heroes, Clary also played in several other television and films series during her career, notably The Tony Curtis Show, Alice, The Love Boat, Fantasy Island and Murder, She Wrote. He also appeared in varieties and television shows, including The Ed Sullivan Show, The Tonight Show and The Dean Martin Show.

Apart from his acting career, Clary is also known for his commitment to the rights of disabled people. He himself was interned in a Nazi concentration camp during the Second World War and was tortured for refusing to work for the Nazis. After the war, he worked with different organizations to support people with disabilities and give them access to a better quality of life.

Today, at the age of 96, Clary continues to be active in the world of entertainment and is considered one of the most respected actors of his generation. He is also an accomplished author, having written several books on his life and his career, as well as on his experience as a survivor of the Holocaust. Clary is a symbol of perseverance and courage, having overcome the most difficult trials to realize her dreams and inspire people around the world.

Has a tattoo on his left foream, "A5714," from his time in a German concentration camp during WWII.

Began singing professionally at the age of 12.

He moved to the US in 1949 and found work in nightclubs, then made a name for himself in the Broadway show "New Faces of 1952."

Spouse : Natalie Cantor Metzger (1965 - 1997) (her death)

Son-in-law of Eddie Cantor and Ida Tobias Cantor

Brother-in-law of Marjorie Cantor, Edna Cantor McHugh, Marilyn Cantor Baker and Janet Cantor Gari

Was the youngest of 14 children; most of whom died in the Nazi concentration camps.

• Creation date: 15/07/2007 by abdest