How To Watch Bob Newhart: A Legacy Of Laughter? All We Know About The Tribute Show

As a dedicated fan of Bob Newhart’s illustrious career, I cannot help but feel a deep sense of appreciation for the man who brought endless laughter into our lives. His passing at the age of 94 on July 18, 2022, marked the end of an era in comedy.


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The influence of Bob Newhart’s comedic and acting talents will continue to motivate upcoming comedians. In recognition of his extensive career in comedy and cinema, Entertainment Tonight recently broadcast a special tribute program, titled “Bob Newhart: A Lasting Legacy of Laughter,” for the deceased artist.

If you unfortunately weren’t able to catch the tribute show when it initially aired, don’t worry! You’ll have the opportunity to watch it online starting the day after its official premiere. This comes just under a week since the passing of the legendary Newhart on July 18th, at the age of 94.

How to watch Bob Newhart: A Legacy of Laughter?

On Monday, July 22, at 8 p.m. Eastern Time, the Entertainment Tonight special titled “Bob Newhart: A Legacy of Laughter” was broadcasted for the first time on CBS.

Starting July 23, Paramount+ will make the tribute show streaming-available for viewers. Previously, Fubo and DIRECTV Stream users had the chance to catch the segment during their free trial periods.

An option for trying out Paramount+ at no cost is provided. Without this, users would need to pay a monthly fee of $5.99 for subscribing in order to watch the CBS tribute dedicated to Bob Newhart.

What to expect in A Legacy of Laughter?

As an obsessed fan, I can’t help but reflect on the hilarious journey of Bob Newhart’s 70-year career in comedy and acting. In “A Legacy of Laughter,” Nischelle Turner guides us through this remarkable milestone with captivating interviews from the man himself, as well as his cherished co-stars and friends. This one-hour special is a must-watch for any comedy enthusiast like me!

As an obsessed fan, I can’t contain my excitement when I hear that there’s a special coming up that delves deep into Bob’s incredible transformation from being an accountant to a renowned comedian and Hollywood icon. This isn’t just any run-of-the-mill documentary; it promises to unveil never-before-seen footage of Bob at work behind the scenes of his beloved sitcoms and blockbuster films. And where did they dig up this goldmine of treasures? None other than the Entertainment Tonight vault!

Newhart’s last interview is featured in the tribute, filmed at his Los Angeles residence. This esteemed actor from Hollywood, known for his success in the 1960s, initially worked as an accountant and advertising writer. However, his exceptional comedic skills ultimately led him to achieve remarkable fame.

In various noteworthy films such as Catch-22, Elf, Legally Blonde 2, and The Big Bang Theory, Newhart transformed his career from a renowned stand-up comedian famous for his dry wit into a respected actor in the industry.

Stars such as Will Ferrell, Reese Witherspoon, Jim Parsons, Jason Bateman, and Michael Weatherly paused to remember and honor the late Chicago icon and his unique traits during the tribute show.

Bob Newhart dies at 94

Bob Newhart’s trusted representative confirmed in a statement that the renowned comedian passed away at his Los Angeles residence on July 18, after dealing with several health issues. Jerry Digney made this announcement, making it clear to CNN that this marked the end of an era in comedy.

From 1972 to 1978, The Bob Newhart Show was on the air and played a significant role in kick-starting Bob Newhart’s illustrious comedy career. Subsequently, from 1982 to 1990, he continued his success with another popular show called Newhart, which further cemented his place in the genre.

In 1960, Newhart created history by releasing his live comedy album, “The Button-Down Mind of Bob Newhart.” This was the first-ever comedy album to be honored with a Grammy Award for Album of the Year. Reports indicate that this groundbreaking debut album spent 14 weeks atop the Billboard Albums chart and continued to rank for more than two years.

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2024-07-23 16:11