Erik Rhodes

Erik Rhodes (born Ernest Sharpe; February 10, 1906 - February 17, 1990) was an American stage, film, and television actor best remembered for his comedic performances as delightful hyperactive Italian gentlemen in the classic Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers Hollywood musicals The Gay Divorcee (1934) and Top Hat (1935). With a good baritone voice, he was successful, both prior to and subsequent his film career, in Broadway musicals.

Erik Rhodes is known for work in acting across film and television. New Release currently presents 25 verified screen credits connected to this profile.

Selected work includes Top Hat (1935), Perry Mason (1957), Naked City (1958), The Bob Hope Show (1950), Lux Video Theatre (1950), The Gay Divorcee (1934), Charlie Chan in Paris (1935), Beg, Borrow or Steal (1937). The recorded credits span 1934 to 1997, including 21 movies and 4 TV shows.

The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.