Biography

Al Shaw (1891-1957) was born Albert Schutzman in Manchester, England, and he immigrated to the United States in 1907. Best known as "Shaw" in the comedy team Shaw and Lee, active on stage, screen, radio, and television from 1911 to 1957.

Known For

Ready, Willing and Able

Moving Man

Hollywood Varieties

Variety Act

The Gracie Allen Murder Case

Thug

Mrs. Wiggs of the Cabbage Patch

First Comedian

King of Burlesque

Lew Henkle

Under Western Skies

Barton Brother Act (as Shaw and Lee)

Skipalong Rosenbloom

Al Shaw

Danger Ahead

Henchman Fergerson