<P> Frank John Gorshin , Jr. ( April 5 , 1933 -- May 17 , 2005 ) was an American character actor , impressionist , and comedian . He was perhaps best known as an impressionist , with many guest appearances on The Ed Sullivan Show and Tonight Starring Steve Allen . His most famous acting role was as the Riddler on the live - action television series Batman . </P>
<P> Frank John Gorshin , Jr. ( April 5 , 1933 -- May 17 , 2005 ) was an American character actor , impressionist , and comedian . He was perhaps best known as an impressionist , with many guest appearances on The Ed Sullivan Show and Tonight Starring Steve Allen . His most famous acting role was as the Riddler on the live - action television series Batman . </P>
who played the riddler in the original batman series
who played the riddler in the original batman series
Frank John Gorshin , Jr.
Frank John Gorshin , Jr.