Paul Stolarsky

Acting

Born February 18, 1933

Paul Stolarsky (1933-2023) is known for his notable roles in both cinematic and theatrical productions. His filmography includes "The Muppets Take Manhattan" (1984), "Shortcut to Happiness" (2003), "The Confession" (1999), "Gryphon" (1988), "I'd Rather Be Calm" (1982), as well as uncredited contributions in "One Trick Pony" (1980) and "Windows" (1980). Stolarsky had a stint on the soap opera Ryan's Hope as Dr. Levy and made appearances on popular shows like "Barney Miller," "Lou Grant," "Law & Order," "Law & Order: SVU," and "Ed." He also originated roles in three Broadway productions: Dr. Herbert Rosenthal in "Nuts" (1980), Earl Williams in the 1986 revival of "The Front Page," and Leo Silver in "My Favorite Year" (1992).

Filmography

• 2007Shortcut to Happiness — Old Man
• Law & Order: Special Victims Unit — Cyrus Parker
• 1999The Confession — Old Man in Cemetery
• 1990Gryphon — Mr. Hibler
• Law & Order — Paul Aiello
• 1984The Muppets Take Manhattan — Aquacade Announcer
• 1980One Trick Pony
• Lou Grant — Hammer
• Barney Miller — Joseph Kellog
• I'd Rather Be Calm — Mike Minkus