Two more great characters I just thought of are from an older British show called Fawlty Towers. I wonder how many here know of this classic short-lived show. John Cleese as Basil Fawlty, the hotel owner, and Andrew Sachs as Manuel, the spanish speaking waiter/bellhop were great sitcom characters!

If anyone hasn't seen this show I suggest trying to rent on dvd. It truly is a classic show!