June 06, 1952 Born on the 6th of June, 1954 in Bensonhurst, New York, Harvey Forbes Fierstein is no stranger to success. Harvey Fierstein won numerous awards for writing ("Torch Song Trilogy," "La Cage Aux Folles") and for performing ("Torch Song Trilogy," "Hairspray") in both movies and theatre. Easily recognized--whether it be for his unique voice or his drag queen performances--Harvey has graciously appeared in some of the most memorable movies ("Mrs. Doubtfire," "Independence Day"), leant his voice to various cartoons ("Mulan," "The Simpsons") and has participated in such sitcoms as "Miami Vice," "Ellen" and "Cheers." Harvey's father--Irving--was a handkerchief manufacturer, and his mother--Jacqueline "Jackie" Harriet Gilbert--was a housewife. He was educated in Brooklyn public schools and, in 1973, he received a B.F.A. in art from the Pratt Institute. But being a playwright, television actor, movie actor and theatre actor isn't quite enough. Perhaps currently the most well-known gay actor, Harvey serves as a spokesperson for gays and lesbians and also devotes time to supporting AIDS events and charities. As of the 2nd of January, 2005, he has taken over Alfred Molina's role as Tevye in the Broadway performance of Fiddler On The Roof.