Bob Newhart, Comedy Legend, Dies at 94

A Master of the Deadpan

WEB Newhart, the beloved stand-up comedian and actor, passed away at his home in Los Angeles on Thursday at the age of 94. Known for his iconic dry wit and deadpan delivery, Newhart turned observational comedy into an art form.

A Storied Career

Newhart's career spanned over seven decades, leaving an indelible mark on both television and film. He starred in his own groundbreaking sitcom, "The Bob Newhart Show," which ran for five seasons from 1961 to 1966. In 2013, he received an Emmy Award for his guest appearance as the beloved former host of a children's show in "The Big Bang Theory." He also appeared in numerous films, including the holiday classic "Elf" and "The Big Bang Theory Movie."