Paul Shaffer

Paul Shaffer is a Canadian musician, composer, vocalist, and band leader, among the highlights being the de facto leader of the early Saturday Night Live house band, and serving for 33 years (1982-2015) as the leader of David Letterman's house band.

Paul Shaffer is known for work in acting across film and television. New Release currently presents 13 verified screen credits connected to this profile.

Selected work includes You Had to Be There: How the Toronto Godspell Ignited the Comedy Revolution... (2026), Darlene Love: I Know Where I've Been (2026), Peter Asher: Everywhere Man (2026), Marty, Life Is Short (2026), I'm Chevy Chase and You're Not (2025), Bachman (2018), A Very Murray Christmas (2015), Second City: First Family of Comedy (2006). The recorded credits span 1992 to 2026, including 10 movies and 3 TV shows.

The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.