Rick Shapiro Biography

Fast Facts

• Avid supporter of the Chloe's Causes - The Chloe Alexis Sauickie Foundation, which raises funds to various causes that benefit children
• Performed at the 2007 Edinburgh Comedy Fringe Festival, where he received many four and five-star reviews from publications such as Chortle, Metro and The List
• Was diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease in 2013 and is very involved in raising awareness for the illness
• Is known for his ability to improvise and makes up much of his trademark long sets on the spot
• Known for his role as Jerry in "Lucky Louie" and T-Rick in "Project X․"
• His life story is featured in the book "Give It Up," by Adrian LeBlanc
• Is featured in the award-winning comedic book "Satiristas․"
• Released a book in 2012, titled "Unfiltered," along with his second CD, "Catalyst for Change․"