Acting

Al Shaw

April 1, 1891 — July 7, 1957Manchester, England, United Kingdom

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

1937

Hollywood Varieties

1950

King of Burlesque

1936

Mrs. Wiggs of the Cabbage Patch

1934

The Gracie Allen Murder Case

1939

Skipalong Rosenbloom

1951

Danger Ahead

1940

Under Western Skies

1945

Going Places

1930

The Beau Brummels

1928