[1]: 115 Bing began his career at the circus, at age 16, and vaudeville showing comedic talent.

He also worked under John Ford and Frank Borzage, before establishing himself as a successful character actor well known for his wild-eyed facial expressions and thick German accent.

The start of World War II in Europe caused all things German to be unpopular with audiences.

His German accent was no longer in demand in the years following World War II.

He became increasingly depressed in the mid-1940s, as he was unable to secure work in Hollywood, and committed suicide by gunshot in 1947.