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Comedy legend Bob Newhart's last role before his death was on "Young Sheldon," where he returned as his "Big Bang Theory" character, Professor Proton.

Bob Newhart's Last Role Before He Died Was This Key Young Sheldon Character

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Comedy legend Bob Newhart cheated death from smoking and choking before he died at 94. BY: MEGA Smoking and choking: Bob Newhart managed to cheat death TWICE before he was finally taken from us. Knewz.com can reveal that the comedy legend, who has now passed away at 94 following “a series of short illnesses”, almost didn’t […]

Revealed: Bob Newhart Died After Decades of Chain Smoking

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In Bob Newhart’s second hit sitcom, Newhart, he played a Vermont innkeeper with one simple goal: to read his newspaper without interruption.It never happened.One of the people who interrupted him the most was spoiled heiress-turned-incompetent maid Stephanie Vanderkellen. Played by Julia Duffy, this character was young, energetic, blonde, and entitled. Newhart played… Newhart.From Monday morning’s table read to Friday night’s taping, Newhart and Duffy danced comedically with each other. As a writer on the final season of Newhart,  I observed their chemistry firsthand. The two could pull laughs from the smallest gesture: a slow blink or a raised eyebrow.For...

Actress Julia Duffy on Working With—and Adoring—Bob Newhart

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Watch: Bob Newhart, 'Elf' and 'Big Bang Theory' Star, Dead at 94. Comedy is mourning the loss of a legend. Bob Newhart—the comedian who played Will Ferrell’s adoptive father Papa Elf in the beloved 2003 Christmas film Elf—died July 18 after a series of short illnesses, his publicist Jerry Digney confirmed. He was 94.

Bob Newhart, Elf Actor and Comedy Icon, Dead at 94

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Comedian Bob Newhart, dubbed the "Dean of the Deadpan Delivery," died on July 18, 2024, due to a series of short illnesses, as reported by The Hollywood Reporter. At 94, Bob passed away peacefully in his Los Angeles home, his publicist announced. Bob was beloved for both his stand-up comedy and acting, having starred in both The Bob Newhart Show and Newhart. He also voiced Bernard in the Disney animated franchise The Rescuers.Aside from the love he received from critics and audiences, Bob was also well-loved by his family — most of all, his wife. Bob and Ginnie Newhart were...

Bob Newhart Lost His Wife to an Illness After 60 Years of Marriage

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There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

An episode of a classic ABC sitcom surprisingly features a shot of full-frontal nudity that has somehow eluded the network's censors for decades.

This ABC Sitcom Aired Full-Frontal Nudity - And Nobody Noticed

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

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Jessica Serfitay flips the script on her previous statement. Virginia soap fans, Soap Opera News reports that Jessica Serfitay (ex Sloan Petersen) on Days of Our Lives posted on social media that her billionaire fiancé had abused her. The actress now says they argued as families do, and she never should have posted anything.

Days of Our Lives alum Jessica Serfitay retracts her statement that her fiance abused her

In 1955, on the stage of Broadway’s Alvin Theater, Andy Griffith and Don Knotts first bonded as they co-starred in the stage production of “No Times for Sergeants,” cementing a friendship that continued when they were both asked to reprise their stage roles in the 1958 Mervyn LeRoy film. Years later, when Knotts happened to learn about a TV project starring Griffith as a small town sheriff, he called up his old friend and asked “Don’t you think Sheriff Andy Taylor ought to have a deputy?” Griffith loved the idea, and television history was made.

Don Knotts 100th birthday: 12 best movies and TV shows, ranked

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Natalie Schafer was a millionaire, and also played one on TV. Shaefer, who died at 90 years old in 1991, was best known to classic television viewers as Eunice "Lovey" Wentworth Howell on the classic TV sitcom romp, Gilligan's Island.

'Gilligan's Island' Actress Natalie Schaefer was a millionaire in real life and played one on TV

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Bob Denver is best known for 'Gilligan's Island,' but he was the lead actor in a total of seven television series

Bob Denver Not Only Starred in ‘Gilligan’s Island,’ but Had a Lead Role in 6 Other TV Shows As Well

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. Speaking very openly about this, Eddie Murphy once shared that in the 1980s there was a moment when he managed to stay away from drugs. This happened at the Blues Bar where Murphy at the time was a 19-year-old man accompanying famous comedians Robin Williams and John Belushi. At this time, Murphy made a decision that would not only change his life and career, but also that of the other two stars; the two stars sniffed cocaine.

Along with Robin Williams and John Belushi, Eddie Murphy Refused to Do Cocaine.

From Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman to Veep, Martin Mull never failed to steal the show. On Thursday June 27th, comic actor Martin Mull passed away at his home in Los Angeles at the age of 80. His daughter Maggie later shared on Friday in an Instagram post that he passed after fighting a long illness.

Comic Actor Known for 'Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman' and its Spinoff 'Fernwood Tonight' Dies at 80

I don’t know about you but summer is definitely my favorite season and I am definitely a sun worshipper. Living in the Pacific Northwest, we do not see enough of it so when it is here, that is where you will find me. Everything I do I do outside when the sun is out and the weather is warm. I wonder who else feels this way. I wonder what Zodiac Signs love the Sunshine. Want to find out? Let’s do a little research.

3 Zodiac Signs Who Love Sunshine

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Hammy and Cheyanne, two miniature poodles, are in search of their forever home. Weighing 6.3lb and 6.4lb respectively, these sweet pups are a bonded pair with a sad past. Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, shares their story, explaining that "Hammy & Cheyanne are cruelty case pups that are a bonded pair. They're from a rural area in Texas. These are a pair of sweet little pups that are in need of a fresh start together!"

Meet The Sweet Little Dogs Who Are Looking For Love

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Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) launched a multi-million dollar Spanish advertising campaign as the GOP looks to expand outreach to Hispanic voters. The 4.4 million dollar campaign will be primarily targeted to Latino voters in Texas, according to Axios. The announcement comes as Cruz makes a reelection bid for a third term in the Senate.

Cruz launches multi-million dollar Spanish ad campaign as GOP courts Hispanic vote

In his new book, In Obscura: Adventures in the World of Intelligence, Peter Theroux offers a look into his unconventional life, from Los Angeles to Langley. Theroux comes from a famous literary family. His older brothers, Alexander and Paul, are noted novelists. His nephews and cousins include journalists, filmmakers, and the actor Justin Theroux. Peter himself garnered acclaim as a journalist and linguist. His translations of Arabic literature are widely considered among the best.

No lights, no camera, but plenty of action in Hollywood native Peter Theroux’s spycraft tell-all

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Maura Tierney is coming back to network television — on one of its longest-running juggernauts, Law & Order. The veteran actress will join season 24 of the legal procedural as a series regular in the fall, Entertainment Weekly has confirmed. According to TV Line, which first reported the news,...

Law & Order adds Maura Tierney as series regular in wake of Camryn Manheim's exit

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Bob Newhart, 1929-2024

Bob Newhart preferred his comedy to be neither shaken nor stirred but served dry — very, very dry. The influential stand-up comedian, renowned sitcom star, and...

Bob Newhart, 1929-2024

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