Paul Sparer (Born December 19, 1923, in Boston, Massachusetts, USA, Died November 19, 1999, in New York City, New York, USA) was an American character actor. He appeared as Rex Cooper in the soap operas Somerset and Another World. He was also known for narrating the anthology TV series Tales from the Darkside. His film roles include Loving and The House on Carroll Street while television appearances include Armstrong Circle Theater, Kojak, The Adams Chronicles, Lou Grant and Spenser: For Hire.