Josh Mostel is an American actor best known for playing King Herod in the film Jesus Christ Superstar.
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Best Known For:The film Jesus Christ Superstar
Breakthrough:Delivered a memorable performance as King Herod in the film adaptation of Jesus Christ Superstar in 1973
10 Quick Facts About Josh Mostel
- Full Name: Josh Mostel
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Entertainer
- Known For: The film Jesus Christ Superstar
- Current Role: Actor
- Date of Birth: December 21, 1946
- Age: 79 years old
- Place of Birth: New York City, New York
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Peggy Rajski
Josh Mostel Age
Josh Mostel is about 80 years old as of 2026. Josh Mostel was born in 1946.
Josh Mostel Height
Josh Mostel stands at a height of 5 feet 10 inches. This is approximately 178 cm.
Education
He attended Brandeis University, where he earned a Bachelor's degree.
- Brandeis University
- Qualification: Bachelor's degree
- Period: 1970
Rise to Fame
Josh Mostel rose to prominence for his role in the film Jesus Christ Superstar.
Notable Works
Notable screen roles include Jesus Christ Superstar, City Slickers, and Billy Madison.
- Film: Jesus Christ Superstar (King Herod, 1973)
- Film: City Slickers (Barry Shalowitz, 1991)
- Film: Billy Madison (Principal Max Anderson, 1995)
Josh Mostel Family & Relationships
Josh Mostel is married to Peggy Rajski. He has 1 sibling, Tobias Mostel.
- Father: Zero Mostel
- Mother: Kathryn Harkin
- Siblings:
- Tobias Mostel
Personal Information
- Full Name: Josh Mostel
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Entertainer
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: White
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: December 21, 1946
- Age: 79
- Birthday: December 21
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
- Place of Birth: New York City, New York
Measurements
- Height: 5 ft 10 in
- Eye Color: Brown
- Hair Color: Gray
Family & Relationships
- Father: Zero Mostel
- Mother: Kathryn Harkin
- Siblings: Tobias Mostel
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Peggy Rajski
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $40,000–$518,000 (Estimated range)
- Net Worth: $158,000–$10,525,000 (Estimated range)
- Source of Income: Acting contracts and related professional work
Related Biographies
- Zero Mostel (Parent • Father)
