Bob Newhart

Date of Birth: September 5, 1929

Zodiac Sign: Virgo

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Biography

George Robert “Bob” Newhart is an acclaimed American comedian and actor, known for his deadpan and slightly stammering delivery. Born on September 5, 1929, in Oak Park, Illinois, Newhart’s career in comedy and television spans over six decades. He gained initial fame with his 1960 album, “The Button-Down Mind of Bob Newhart,” which became a bestseller and won several awards, including the Grammy Award for Album of the Year. Newhart’s success in stand-up comedy led to a variety of television roles. He starred in two popular sitcoms, “The Bob Newhart Show” (1972–1978), where he played a psychologist, and “Newhart” (1982–1990), where he portrayed an innkeeper. Both shows were critically acclaimed and are considered classics in American television history. Apart from his television work, Newhart has appeared in numerous films including “Catch-22” (1970), “Elf” (2003), and “Horrible Bosses” (2011). His versatility and unique comedic style have earned him a lasting legacy in the entertainment industry. Newhart has received multiple awards and honors throughout his career, including a Primetime Emmy, a Golden Globe, and several honorary degrees. He continues to make occasional appearances on television and in films, delighting audiences with his timeless humor.

5 Interesting Facts about Bob Newhart

1. Bob Newhart initially worked as an accountant before pursuing a career in comedy.

2. His debut comedy album, “The Button-Down Mind of Bob Newhart,” was the first comedy album to reach number one on the Billboard charts.

3. Newhart served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.

4. He won his first Primetime Emmy Award in 2013 for his guest appearance on “The Big Bang Theory.”

5. Bob Newhart’s distinctive stammering style was originally developed as a way to remember his lines during performances.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Bob Newhart

1. “Laughter gives us distance. It allows us to step back from an event, deal with it, and then move on.”

2. “Nothing is quite as funny as the unintended humor of reality.”

3. “I don’t like country music, but I don’t mean to denigrate those who do. And for the people who like country music, denigrate means ‘put down’.”

4. “I was never a Certified Public Accountant… I just had a degree in accounting. The closest I came to accounting was my job as a bookkeeper for Uncle Sam.”

5. “I don’t know how to describe my sense of humor. It’s kind of old-fashioned, I guess.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At his peak, Bob Newhart’s net worth was estimated to be around $65 million.

Children

Bob Newhart and his wife, Virginia “Ginnie” Quinn, have four children: Robert, Timothy, Jennifer, and Courtney. They have also been blessed with several grandchildren.