Armin Shimerman
Actor and voice actor in TV series
Born
November 5th, 1949
75 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An actor gained prominence through roles in television series and film. Played Quark in the series 'Star Trek: Deep Space Nine', which became a significant part of the Star Trek franchise. Appeared in 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' as Principal Snyder, adding to a career that spans several decades. In addition to live-action roles, voiced characters in animated series and video games, showcasing versatility across mediums.
Played Quark in 'Star Trek: Deep Space Nine'
Portrayed Principal Snyder in 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer'
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