Harvey Fierstein
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Voice Work and Animated Features
Fierstein is widely recognized for his signature gravelly voice. He provided the voice for the character Yao in Disney's animated feature Mulan and reprised the role in Mulan II. He also lent his voice to the video game Kingdom Hearts II, which featured characters from the Mulan franchise.
Quick Facts
- Birth Date
- 6 Jun, 1954
- Age
- 65 yrs
- Citizenship
- United States of America
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- Birth Place
- Brooklyn
- residence
- Ridgefield
- Education
- Pratt Institute
High School of Art and Design - Gender
- Male
- Description
- Actor from the United States
- Net Worth 2021
- 4 million
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In television, he voiced Karl, the assistant to Homer Simpson, in the Emmy-nominated episode "Simpson and Delilah" from The Simpsons.
Writing and Activism
A longtime advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, Fierstein has used his platform to address social issues. He has authored opinion columns discussing gay rights and equality. Fierstein came out as gay during a time when few public figures were open about their sexual orientation, and he remains an influential voice in the LGBTQ+ community today.
Earlier in his career, he performed as a stand-up comic and female impersonator. Known for pushing boundaries in both theater and activism, Fierstein has continually used his fame to promote understanding and inclusivity.
Personal Life
Harvey Fierstein currently resides in Ridgefield, Connecticut. Throughout his multifaceted career as an actor, playwright, and voice actor, his distinctive voice and unique storytelling have made him a beloved figure in American theater and entertainment.
