The Big Bang Theory Stars - Mourning colleague Bob Newhart
Bob Newhart is deceased. The actor and comedian spoke of his passing on Thursday (18. July) at the age of 94, according to his representative confirmed to US magazine "People". Newhart passed away in his Los Angeles home "after a series of brief illnesses". Born in 1929 in Oak Park, Illinois, the actor was best known for his sitcom "The Bob Newhart Show" and numerous television roles. On "The Big Bang Theory" and its spin-off "Young Sheldon", he portrayed the role of Professor Proton. In 2013, he received an Emmy for his guest role on "The Big Bang Theory". After his death, his "TBBT" co-stars paid tribute to him on Instagram.
"A true comedy legend"
Johnny Galecki (49) wrote about shared photos with Newhart: "In one of his last emails to me, Bob asked that I stop telling people he was a 'nice guy'. Although I hate defying a hero, I must say that Bob was an amazing man and I greatly enjoyed the time I spent with him. Farewell, my friend."
To an old black-and-white photo of the actor, Mayim Bialik (48) explained: "As a child, I spent countless hours with the 'Bob Newhart Show' - it was one of my earliest educations in the art of sitcoms. ... When I worked with him on 'TBBT', it became a dream come true for me. He was professional, suave, funny, and incredibly down-to-earth. Working with Bob meant being in the presence of a true comedy legend. We will deeply miss him!"
Melissa Rauch (44) wrote about two shared photos from the "TBBT" set: "The world has lost a legend today, whose style was incomparable to anything that came before it or since. ... I fell in love with sitcoms watching his shows. I was more than nervous to meet my idol on 'The Big Bang Theory', but he put me at ease with his great kindness. He made me laugh and filled my heart with memories that I will cherish forever."
Kaley Cuoco (38) reminded on Instagram Story of the actor: "It was a dream to experience the genius that was Bob Newhart. He was elegant, kind, generous, and absolutely hilarious. Every take - every time. An icon for life. I will never forget you, Bob! Thank you for making our dreams come true!" Kunal Nayyar (43) also paid tribute via Instagram Story and wrote about a picture of his deceased co-star: "Professor Proton. Our beloved Bob Newhart. Rest in peace. I will miss you."
"Young Sheldon" star and Sheldon-actor Iain Armitage (16) said in a statement to "People": "Bob Newhart's Professor Proton was inspiring to Sheldon, and his career as an actor was inspiring to me. He will be deeply missed."
Johnny Galecki shares heartfelt memories of Bob Newhart in an email, highlighting the comedian's kindness and humility. Galecki mentions Newhart's request for him to stop claiming he was a 'nice guy' but admits that Newhart was indeed an amazing person.
Mayim Bialik reflects on her childhood admiration for Bob Newhart and the 'Bob Newhart Show', expressing gratitude for the opportunity to work with him on 'The Big Bang Theory'. She describes Newhart as a professional, suave, funny, and down-to-earth individual, and considers him a true comedy legend.
Melissa Rauch reminisces about meeting her television idol, Bob Newhart, on the set of 'The Big Bang Theory'. She expresses that Newhart put her at ease with his kindness, made her laugh, and filled her heart with cherished memories.
Kaley Cuoco acknowledges the genius of Bob Newhart, referring to him as elegant, kind, generous, and hilarious. She recalls working with Newhart on 'The Big Bang Theory' as a dream come true and mentions him as an icon who will be deeply missed.
Iain Armitage, the 'Young Sheldon' star, honors Bob Newhart's impact on Sheldon's character and his own career. Armitage describes Newhart's Professor Proton as inspiring and expresses his sadness at the loss.
Kunal Nayyar pays tribute to Bob Newhart on Instagram Story, saying Rest in peace to the beloved Professor Proton.
