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Bob Newhart passed a year ago
2025-07-18
Bob Newhart passed a year ago
George Robert Newhart was born on September 5, 1929 and passed on July 18, 2024.
He was an American comedian and actor known for his stammering delivery style.
He was educated at Catholic schools in the Chicago area
He began in the world of stand up comedy and transitioned to television.
He received three Grammy Awards, an Emmy Award, and a Golden Globe Award as well as the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor.
My favorite of his portrayals was Professor Proton on the CBS sitcom The Big Bang Theory from 2013 to 2018.
He received his first-ever career Emmy Award, for the Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series.
He also reprised his role in The Big Bang Theory prequel spin-off series Young Sheldon.
He passed on this day last year at the ripe old age of 94 years young.
Rest in peace.