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Josh Mostel Facts: Bio, Age, Height, Weight, Family, and Net Worth

Last Updated on April 15, 2026: By Richard Newman

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
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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)

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