Harry Shearer

Harry Shearer in Warner Brothers' A Mighty Wind - 2003

Biography

Born 12/23/1943

Millions of Americans knew Harry Shearer from the 21 characters he voiced as one of the regular cast members of “The Simpsons (Fox, 1989- ), with others familiar with his comedy from the cult film classic, “This is Spinal Tap” (1984). The latter project would lead to various appearances in...
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Highlights

  • In 2008, Earned a Grammy nomination for Best Comedy Album for Songs Of The Bushmen
  • In 2007, Reprised roles for "The Simpsons Movie," an animated feature based on the long running FOX series
  • In 2007, Released the album Songs: Pointed & Pointless, through his Courgette Records label

Family & Companions

  • Penelope Nichols: wife (Married from 1974-1977)
  • Dora Warren: mother (Jewish immigrant from Austria)
  • Mack Shearer: father (Jewish immigrant from Poland)

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