Frank Gorshin: The Riddler of Batman Dies at 72

Frank Gorshin was an American actor and impressionist. Born on April 5, 1933, in Pittsburgh, he began as a mimic and nightclub performer.

Gorshin played the Riddler on the 1960s Batman series, earning an Emmy nomination, with a manic laugh that became his trademark. He also played Bele in a Star Trek episode and later starred on Broadway as George Burns in Say Goodnight, Gracie.

Gorshin died of lung cancer, emphysema and pneumonia in Burbank, California, on May 17, 2005, at age 72.

Achievements: Emmy nomination for Batman, role of George Burns in Say Goodnight, Gracie.

Birth: April 5, 1933 - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Profession: Actor and impressionist.

Interesting Facts: He was a gifted impressionist of Hollywood stars.