Harry Julius Shearer (born December 23, 1943) is an American Actor, Comedian, Writer, Voice Artist, Musician, Author, Radio Host, Producer and Director. He is known for his long-running role on The Simpsons, his work on Sunday Morning Live, his long-running role and work on The Three Stooges Madeline, the Comedy Band Spinal Tap and his Radio Program Le Show. He voiced Gordon the Express Engine in Thomas and the Magic Railroad. He voiced Shadow the Hedgehog in Sonic Night Live and also had a cameo in Star Wars.