Two Brothers Get Their Start
In 1921, Moe was hired by Ted Healy to perform in a vaudeville performance with his friends. Two years later, while performing on stage, he noticed his brother Shemp, who was sitting in the audience at the time. Moe called out to Shemp from the stage, and their on-stage interaction was a huge hit with the audience. Healy recruited Shemp on the spot, according to the report. The chemistry between these two actors was always excellent, both on and off the screen. It’s not difficult to think that they had a great time on stage together year after year after year.
Two Brothers Get Their Start
Replacing Shemp
Larry Fine was first introduced to the vaudeville scene in 1925 when Shemp decided to leave the act he’d been doing with Moe to pursue other opportunities. The performance was attended by Shemp, Moe, and Ted Healy who were all present when Shemp announced his departure. Larry was offered the work by Healy at a salary of $90 per week. Larry agreed, and Shemp, of course, came back later to say thank you. The Stooges operated under something of a revolving door policy; people would come and leave, but they were never gone for an extended period of time.
Replacing Shemp
