Frank Shuster, was a Canadian comedian best known as a member of the comedy duo Wayne and Shuster, alongside Johnny Wayne. Wayne played to Shuster's straight man.
Frank Shuster, Canadian comedian, actor, and screenwriter (died 2002)
On September 5, in the year 1916, Frank Shuster, Canadian comedian, actor, and screenwriter (died 2002). This event is recorded as a Notable Births event in the history of September 5, one of 493 recorded events on this date across all of history.
1 notable person is associated with this event, including Frank Shuster. Learn more below.
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- This event took place on September 5, 1916 (AD era).
- It is categorised as a Notable Births event in recorded history.
- Referenced in 1 Wikipedia article.
- 1 notable person is recorded as involved in or associated with this event.
- Wikipedia source last updated on 8 June 2026.
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