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The Three Stooges, Uniquely American (Part One)



A uniquely American institution.

The Stooges, Mid-Thirties

Columbia quickly designated “Women Haters” as the Stooges first project.  They play travelling salesmen who vow never to get married or even romantically involved.  This predictably does not last very long with each Stooge eventually charmed by actress Marjorie White and Larry married to Marjorie.  The studio was encouraged enough by this production to green light additional films.

Moe Howard

Of the six individuals who eventually comprised the Three Stooges, three members came from the same family.  The fourth oldest brother from this family, Moses Harry Horwitz was born on June 19, 1897.  Adopting the stage name of Moe Howard, he was the ringleader of the Stooges both during their act and in the various business affairs and negotiations that were an integral part of any autonomous show business enterprise.

Larry Fine

Born Louis Feinberg, in Philadelphia on October 5, 1902.  Aka, Larry Fine, this individual started his career as a talented violinist who Ted Healy signed up for his revue.  Eventually, Larry stopped performing as a musician and teamed up comedically with the two Howard brothers.






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