Bob Einstein

Date of Birth: November 20, 1942

Zodiac Sign: Scorpio

Date of Death: January 2, 2019

Biography

Bob Einstein was an American actor, comedy writer, and producer, best known for his portrayal of the satirical stuntman Super Dave Osborne and the character Marty Funkhouser on HBO’s “Curb Your Enthusiasm.” Born Stewart Robert Einstein, he grew up in a showbusiness family; his father was a comedian and his brother is actor-director Albert Brooks. Bob’s career spanned several decades, during which he worked on numerous television shows and films. He began his career writing for “The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour,” for which he won an Emmy Award. His creation, Super Dave Osborne, became a cultural icon, appearing on various TV programs and even having his own series. Bob Einstein’s unique comedic style and deadpan delivery made him a beloved figure in the world of comedy until his death in 2019.

5 Interesting Facts about Bob Einstein

1. Bob Einstein was a two-time Emmy Award winner; his first Emmy was for writing on “The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour.”

2. He was the older brother of Albert Brooks, a well-known actor and director.

3. Bob created his famous stuntman character, Super Dave Osborne, in the 1970s, and the character became a staple of variety shows and late-night television.

4. Before his career in entertainment, Bob played basketball at Chapman University.

5. His character Marty Funkhouser on “Curb Your Enthusiasm” was a fan favorite, known for his awkward and hilarious interactions with Larry David.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Bob Einstein

1. “I’m not a daredevil, but I am a performer.”

2. “Super Dave is a character who will do anything to get attention, and he always fails.”

3. “I think the reason people love Super Dave is because he’s an everyman. He’s someone who tries hard but never quite makes it.”

4. “Comedy is about making people laugh, but it’s also about making them think.”

5. “I’ve always found that the funniest things are the things that happen in real life.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Bob Einstein’s highest net worth was estimated to be around $5 million.

Children

Bob Einstein had two children, son Harrison Einstein and daughter Erin Einstein Dale. Harrison followed in his father’s footsteps, working in the entertainment industry.