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. He is a pig who, along with his brother , is a dedicated fan of kung fu. Character Background and Role

Beyond the Tenacious D connection, the name "Shaw" carries significant weight in the history of martial arts cinema. JR and KG Shaw were named in honor of , the legendary Hong Kong production house that defined the 1970s kung fu genre. By including characters named Shaw, the filmmakers paid a subtle tribute to the very movies that inspired the visual style and themes of Kung Fu Panda . Quick Facts at a Glance Information Species Voice Actor JR Reed Brother KG Shaw (voiced by Kyle Gass ) First Appearance Kung Fu Panda (2008) Naming Origin Shaw Brothers Studio / JR Reed