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Iqbal Theba (pronounced IK-bal TAY-ba) (b. December 20, 1963) is a Pakistani-American actor who was born in Karachi, Pakistan. Theba currently has a recurring role as Principal Figgins in the hit show Glee.
Biography
Theba became a familiar face in the 1990s when he appeared in various TV shows and commercials in the United States. He is the first South Asian to star in mainstream commercials for several years on a regular basis.
Theba's big break was a role on the NBC pilot Death and Taxes. The pilot was not picked up, but it led to a recurring role for Theba on The George Carlin Show. Theba also had brief recurring roles on Married... with Children and ER. His other credits include appearances on Nip/Tuck, Alias, Two and a Half Men, Roseanne, Chuck, JAG, Arrested Development, The West Wing, Friends, Sister Sister and Everybody Loves Raymond.
Theba has guest starred on NBC's Community and is currently appearing as Principal Figgins in the Fox television series Glee.
Personal Life He is Muslim and very proud of it.Glee]
References
- Stasi, Linda (May 14, 2009). "Rhythm Schtick: First Look at Hot New Musical 'Glee'". New York Post. Retrieved September 9, 2009.
- Stasi, Linda (May 14, 2009)http://www.currybear.com/wordpress/?p=3566 Curry Bear Interviews Glee’s Iqbal Theba '(Principal Figgins)'] "http://www.currybear.com/wordpress/" Retrived Stepember 8, 2010
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