"The Three Stooges" Cast Original 1940 Photo from Moe Howard’s Personal Collection (PSA | Type I)

Photo measures 8" x 10" in size and features the original "The Three Stooges".

The Three Stooges were an American comedy trio known for their slapstick humor and physical comedy. The group originally consisted of Moe Howard, Larry Fine, and Curly Howard. Their classic lineup also included Shemp Howard, who replaced Curly after his health declined, and later, Joe Besser and Joe DeRita (Curly Joe) in subsequent years.

Key Points:

Origins: The Three Stooges began their career in the early 1920s as part of a vaudeville act and transitioned into film. They made their film debut in the early 1930s and became a staple in short subject comedies produced by Columbia Pictures.

Style: Known for their exaggerated physical comedy, The Stooges’ humor often involved pratfalls, slapstick gags, and chaotic scenarios. Their signature routines included eye pokes, head slaps, and outrageous antics.

Success: The trio starred in nearly 200 short films for Columbia Pictures from 1934 to 1959. Their popularity extended into the 1960s and beyond, thanks to television syndication, which introduced their comedy to new generations of viewers.

Legacy: The Three Stooges are remembered as pioneers of physical comedy. Their humor has influenced numerous comedians and entertainers, and their films and television shows remain beloved by fans around the world.

Their comedic style, characterized by slapstick and physical humor, has made them enduring figures in American entertainment.

The autograph(s) has been authenticated and encapsulated by PSA/DNA, as well as an official PSA/DNA LOA for authenticity purposes.

Authentication: PSA Encapsulated & PSA LOA

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