Herbert Wiere, a renowned entertainer, was born in Vienna in 1909 to a family with a rich heritage in show business. He, along with his brothers Harry Wiere and Sylvester Wiere, formed The Wiere Brothers comedy act in 1922, which quickly gained popularity performing in theatres and on stages.
The trio's exceptional talents, which included playing numerous instruments, singing, dancing, and performing acrobatics, made them a standout act on the theatre and night club circuit. Their unique blend of humor and skill allowed them to shine in films as well, although they were not utilized as frequently as they could have been.
The Wiere Brothers made their film debut in Vogues of 1938 (1937) and went on to appear in several other movies, including Swing Shift Maisie (1943) and Hands Across the Border (1944),which both claimed to introduce them to American audiences. Their dancing and music routine was perhaps best captured on film in Road to Rio (1947),starring Bob Hope and Bing Crosby.
The Wiere Brothers continued to perform in night clubs and regularly on television throughout the 1950s, 1960s, and until 1970, when Sylvester Wiere passed away. After Sylvester's death, Harry and Herbert went into semi-retirement, but continued to work occasionally in television and on stage.
Harry Wiere died in January 1992, and Herbert Wiere followed in 1996, three years later.
