Paul Shaffer
Canadian musician (born 1949) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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For the United States military aide to Iran, see Paul R. Shaffer. For the French holocaust survivor, see Paul Schaffer. For the Chilean cult leader, see Paul Schäfer.
Paul Allen Wood Shaffer CM[2] (born November 28, 1949) is a Canadian[3][4] singer, composer, actor, author, comedian, and musician who served as David Letterman's musical director, band leader, and sidekick on the entire run of both Late Night with David Letterman (1982–1993) and Late Show with David Letterman (1993–2015).
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Paul Shaffer | |
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Born | Paul Allen Wood Shaffer (1949-11-28) November 28, 1949 (age 74) |
Occupation(s) | Bandleader, musician, composer, actor, author, comedian |
Years active | 1972–present |
Spouse |
Cathy Vasapoli (m. 1990) |
Children | 2 |
Musical career | |
Genres | Rock, pop rock, jazz |
Instrument(s) | Vocals, keyboards |
Member of | The World's Most Dangerous Band |
Formerly of | |
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