Hollywood - US-Comedian Bob Newhart passed away
Bob Newhart, the US comedian, is dead. Newhart passed away in Los Angeles at the age of 94, according to numerous US media, citing his spokesperson. Born in 1929 in the US state of Illinois, George Robert "Bob" Newhart made his breakthrough in the early 1960s with a comedy album. He went on to act in numerous films and series in the following decades. Newhart, who is survived by his wife Virginia Quinn, had four children.
Newhart's comedy album propelled him into prominence in the US-Media, leading to his recognition beyond Television and Movie screens. Los Angeles, being the hub of the Entertainment industry, was the city where he spent his final days. Over the years, Newhart received numerous accolades, including awards like the Golden Globe and the Grammy Awards, celebrating his exceptional work in the United States of America, specifically in Hollywood.