Paul Shaffer
Paul Shaffer | |
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 Shaffer in 2000 | |
| Born | Paul Allen Wood Shaffer November 28, 1949 Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
| Occupations | Bandleader, musician, actor, comedian |
| Years active | 1972–present |
| Spouse |
Cathy Vasapoli (m. 1990) |
| Children | 2 |
| Musical career | |
| Genres | Rock, pop rock, jazz |
| Instruments | Vocals, keyboards |
| Member of | The World's Most Dangerous Band |
| Formerly of | |
Paul Allen Wood Shaffer (born November 28, 1949) is a Canadian musician, actor, and comedian who served as David Letterman's musical director, bandleader, and sidekick on Late Night with David Letterman (1982–1993) and Late Show with David Letterman (1993–2015).