Shug Fisher

Shug Fisher (born George Clinton Fisher Jr.; September 26, 1907 – March 16, 1984) was an American character actor, singer, musician, and comedian. During his 50-year entertainment career, he performed in many Western films, often as a member of the Sons of the Pioneers in serials and in B movies starring Roy Rogers. Fisher also was cast in supporting roles on a variety of television series, although most frequently on Gunsmoke and The Beverly Hillbillies. His comic trademarks included his ability to stutter at will and his bemused facial expressions.

Birth and Death Data: Born Tabler, Died March 16, 1984 (Woodland Hills)

Date Range of DAHR Recordings: 1937 - 1950

Roles Represented in DAHR: string bass, composer, songwriter

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Company	Matrix No.	Size	First Recording Date	Title	Primary Performer	Role
Decca	62406	10-in.	7/16/1937	What's the reason	Hugh and Shug	instrumentalist, string bass
Decca	62407	10-in.	7/14/1937	There's a blue sky over yonder	Hugh and Shug	instrumentalist, string bass
Decca	62408	10-in.	7/14/1937	Back to Old Smoky mountain	Hugh and Shug	instrumentalist, string bass
Decca	62409	10-in.	7/14/1937	Nobody's sweetheart	Hugh and Shug	instrumentalist, string bass
Decca	62410	10-in.	7/14/1937	Are you from Dixie?	Hugh and Shug	instrumentalist, string bass
Decca	62411	10-in.	7/14/1937	Moonlight and roses	Hugh and Shug	instrumentalist, string bass
Decca	62412	10-in.	7/14/1937	When you wore a tulip	Hugh and Shug	instrumentalist, string bass
Decca	62413	10-in.	7/14/1937	Five foot two, eyes of blue	Hugh and Shug	instrumentalist, string bass

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