Bob Newhart

2024 - 7 - 19

Remembering Bob Newhart: A Comedy Legend Who Left Us at 94

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🌟 RIP Bob Newhart, the iconic comedian behind 'The Bob Newhart Show' and 'Newhart,' has passed away at the age of 94. 🎤 Let's cherish the memories of his timeless humor!

Bob Newhart, the legendary comedian known for his deadpan delivery and sitcom success, has bid farewell to this world at the age of 94. Throughout the 1970s and '80s, Newhart captured the hearts of audiences with his acclaimed TV series, including 'The Bob Newhart Show' and 'Newhart.' His unique style of humor and memorable characters solidified his place as a comedy icon.

In addition to his television stardom, Newhart showcased his comedic genius in movies like 'Elf,' where he became a favorite among newer generations as Papa Elf. His everyman persona and witty one-liners made him a beloved figure in the entertainment industry.

Despite his passing, Bob Newhart's legacy lives on through his timeless performances and classic moments that will continue to bring laughter to fans worldwide. His impact on comedy and entertainment will forever be remembered as he remains a true legend in the hearts of many.

In a memorable CNN interview with Larry King in 1995, Bob Newhart's advice to an unemployed comedian resonated with many, showcasing his wisdom and generosity even beyond his on-screen persona. His humor and humility will be dearly missed but never forgotten.

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Bob Newhart Dead: Iconic Comedian Was 94 (Variety)

Bob Newhart, the genteel comic whose TV series “The Bob Newhart Show” and “Newhart” were huge hits throughout the 1970s and '80s, died Thursday.

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Bob Newhart, sitcom pioneer and beloved 'Elf' actor, dies at 94 (NBC News)

Bob Newhart, the deadpan comedy legend behind “The Bob Newhart Show” and “Newhart" — known to a newer generation for his role as Papa Elf in "Elf" — died ...

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Bob Newhart, comedy icon and star of "The Bob Newhart Show" and ... (CBS News)

Bob Newhart, who starred in the long-running sitcoms "The Bob Newhart Show" and "Newhart," has died at age 94.

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Comedian Bob Newhart, deadpan master of sitcoms and telephone ... (KABC-TV)

Bob Newhart, the deadpan accountant-turned-comedian who became one of the most popular TV stars of his time, has died at 94.

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'I've lived in an incredible time': Comic Bob Newhart dies at 94 (NPR)

Best known for an everyman persona that powered two classic TV sitcoms, Newhart managed to be the funniest guy in the room while playing unassuming ...

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Bob Newhart, comedian and actor known for 'The Bob Newhart ... (ABC News)

Newhart died after a series of short illnesses, his longtime publicist Jerry Digney said in a statement on Thursday. Best known for his observational humor and ...

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Bob Newhart, Dean of the Deadpan Delivery, Dies at 94 (Hollywood Reporter)

Bob Newhart, whose deadpan humor showcased on two acclaimed CBS sitcoms vaulted him into the ranks of history's greatest comedians, has died at 94.

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American comedian Bob Newhart dead at 94, publicist says (BBC News)

American stand-up comedy legend Bob Newhart, whose deadpan delivery style earned him numerous awards, has died at the age of 94. The star of TV series The ...

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Comedian Bob Newhart, known for his deadpan delivery and ... (PBS NewsHour)

Bob Newhart, the deadpan accountant-turned-comedian who became one of the most popular TV stars of his time after striking gold with a classic comedy album, ...

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Bob Newhart, legendary comedian, dead at 94 (KEYT)

CNN By Dan Heching and Todd Leopold, CNN (CNN) — Bob Newhart, whose stammering, deadpan unflappability carried him to stardom as a standup comedian.

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Hear what Bob Newhart said to unemployed comedian when he ... (CNN International)

In a 1995 CNN interview with Larry King, comedian Bob Newhart responded to a question from an unemployed comedian who asked him for advice.

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Actor Bob Newhart, famous for deadpan humor, dies at 94 (Rappler)

Newhart had two hit shows – he played a psychologist on 'The Bob Newhart Show' from 1972 to 1978, and an inkeeper on 'Newhart' from 1982 to 1990.

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Carol Burnett honors friend Bob Newhart with emotional tribute: 'As ... (USA TODAY)

Comedy icon Bob Newhart, who died Thursday at the age of 94, was honored by his showbiz peers in a series of heartfelt tributes on social media.

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Comedian Bob Newhart, deadpan master of sitcoms and telephone ... (Illinois Newsroom)

The accountant-turned-comedian gained fame with a smash album and became one of the most popular TV stars of his time. Newhart was a Chicago psychologist in ...

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Hear what Bob Newhart said to unemployed comedian when he ... (CNN)

In a 1995 CNN interview with Larry King, comedian Bob Newhart responded to a question from an unemployed comedian who asked him for advice.

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Critic's Appreciation: Bob Newhart Was an Everyman With a Comic ... (Hollywood Reporter)

Beloved for 'The Bob Newhart Show,' 'Newhart' and, by younger viewers, for his Emmy-winning guest turn on 'The Big Bang Theory,'.

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When Bob Newhart was my rabbi — and I was his (Forward)

Bob Newhart, who died this week at 94, was the one who got Rabbi Bob Alper started on comedy. Here's why he was such an inspiration.

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The Comedy Team of Bob Newhart (1929–2024) (Vulture)

A remembrance of the unique comedy of Bob Newhart (1929–2024), who had the knack for playing both straight man and comic at the same time.

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Bob Newhart: A comedic genius whose quiet delivery made him a star (Los Angeles Times)

Bob Newhart, who died Thursday, was outwardly, if deceptively, the picture of midcentury American normalcy — a blank canvas on which he painted his ...

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Esteemed Comic and Deadpan Master Bob Newhart Dies at Age 94 (La Voce di New York)

Digney said Newhart died in Los Angeles on Thursday morning after a series of short illnesses, and called his passing an “end of an era in comedy.” With an ...

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Bob Newhart obituary (The Guardian)

US standup and sitcom star who exuded calm assurance in a career that spanned more than 50 years.

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CBS to Air Bob Newhart Tribute Special (Hollywood Reporter)

CBS will air a tribute to Bob Newhart, featuring clips and interviews, on Monday, July 22.

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'Bob Newhart: A Legacy Of Laughter' To Air On CBS Monday, July 22 (Forbes)

Hosted by Entertainment Tonight's Nischelle Turner, this one-hour tribute honors the late comedian with a look back at his seven decade career, featuring never- ...

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Bob Newhart. Remember Him Through His Peers | THIRTEEN ... (MetroFocus)

Bob Newhart. Courtesy American Masters PBS site. July 19, 2024. Shy and unassuming, Bob Newhart – the “Dean of Deadpan” comedy – enthralled audiences with his ...

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My tribute to comedian Bob Newhart: In his own words (WVXU)

And his misses. Who remembers Bob the Chicago comic book writer on CBS 1992-93? Or George & Leo with Judd Hirsch on CBS in 1997-98? Newhart frequently talked ...

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Bob Newhart 'Big Bang Theory' TBS Marathon To Salute His ... (Deadline)

TBS will salute the late Bob Newhart by re-running his 'Big Bang Theory' episodes.

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Bob Newhart, legendary comedian, dead at 94 (CNN)

Bob Newhart, whose stammering, deadpan unflappability carried him to stardom as a standup comedian and later in television and movies, has died. He was 94.

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