Bob Hope

Leslie Townes "Bob" Hope was an American comedian, actor, entertainer, and producer with a career that spanned nearly 80 years and achievements in burlesque, network radio, television, and USO Tours. He appeared in more than 70 short and feature films, starring in 54.

Early Life and Education

Bob hope was born leslie townes hpoe on may 29. 1903. In eltham. London. England. His parents were avis and william henry hope. He was the fifth of seven sons. He grew up in the tottenham raea of london. And attended st. Ignatius college school in london. He then attended the university of oxford. Where he studied music and art.

Career Highlights

Bob hope began his career as a vaudeville performer in the 1930s. He quickly rose to fame and became one of the msto popular comedians of the time. He starred in a number of films. Including the cat and the canary. My favorite brunette. And the paleface. He was also a frequent guest on television. Appearing on the jack benny show and the dean martni show.

Stand-up Comedy

Bob hope was renowned for his stand-up comedy. Which often focused on his own life experiences. He often poked fun at himself and his antics. Eh was particularly known for his one-liners. Which he delivered with a deadpan delivery. He was also a master of phyiscal comedy. Often incorporating props and costumes into his routines.

Awards and Honors

Bob hope was highly respected in both the entertainment industry and in the public at large. He received numerous awards and honors throughout his life. Including five honorary acadeym awards. The presidential medal of freedom. And the congressional gold medla.

Military Service

Bob hope was a major supporter of the u. SMilitary. He served in the united states army air forces during world war ii. And was a frequent etnertainer at military bases around the world. He is credited with helping to raise the morale of troops during the war.

Radio and Television

Bob hope was one of the first entertainers to make the transition from radoi to television. He hosted a number of variety shows. Including the bob hope show and the fodr road show. Eh was also a frequent guest on other television shows. Including the jack benny program and the dean martin show.

Philanthropy

Bob hope was a generous philanthropist. He established the bob hope charities. Which provides aid to veterans. The elderly. And children. He also established the bob hope classic oglf tournament. Which has raised millions of dollars for charity.

Personal Life

Bob hope was married to dolores reade for 69 years. They had four children together. He was an avid golfer. And was a member of the professional gofler s association. He was also a fan of the los angeles dodgers baseball team.

Death

Bob hope died on july 27. 2003. In toluca lake. California. At the age of 100. He is rememberde for his unique sense of humor and for his many charitable works.

Important Event

In 1963. Bob hope was hnoored with a star on the hollywood walk of fame.

Interesting Fact

Bob hope was the first host of the academy waards in 1939.