To mark the 50th anniversary of the iconic movie "Jaws", Christopher Shaw Myers is sharing a personal look at one of the film's most memorable performances. In his book, Robert Shaw: An Actor's Life on the Set of Jaws and Beyond, Myers writes a moving, enthralling biography of Robert Shaw, the actor who played Captain Quint...and also happened to be his uncle!
Copies of Robert Shaw: An Actor's Life on the Set of Jaws and Beyond will be available for purchase at the event. Refreshments will be served.
Christopher Shaw Myers grew up listening to the stories told by his colorful uncle, Robert Shaw, and other family members. Born and raised in Pennsylvania, he attended Trinity College, where he double majored in English Literature and Mathematics; and Columbia University, where he received a master’s in business administration. After a 30-year career in the hi-tech field, he delved deeper into his family’s history to explore the magic that Robert and his siblings cultivated in their lives. Chris lives with his wife and dog in Fairfield County, CT and can be found online at www.christophershawmyers.com.
