Barney Martin

Biography

Barney Martin was a veteran actor and NYPD officer who began his career as a comedian while serving in the U.S. Army Air Force and later on police force. He gained recognition for playing Morty Seinfeld, Jerry's father, on the popular sitcom Seinfeld. Additionally, he appeared in notable films like The Producers with Mel Brooks and the Dudley Moore comedy Arthur. Martin also originated the role of Amos Hart in the 1976 Broadway production of Chicago.