Remembering Bob Newhart | Letterman

A look back at Bob's appearance with Dave from 1990. RIP, Bob.
(From "Late Night," air date: 7/12/90)
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[@ATX-NPA]

Never vulgar, always honest, always funny, a unique and exceptional entertainer.

[@brian-ld4vd]

A Total and Complete Comedy and Television Legend. RIP Bob Newhart.

[@-danR]

His first album (1960) launched his fame. I will say that he stood on the shoulders of a giant, though... the legendary Shelley Berman. But he stood well on his own as well.

[@tastyjay]

Truly. "Legend" is used far, FAR too much nowadays, but this dude absolutely fits the bill. God bless that man.

[@seltonk5136]

Boring bon the slob had fucken purple pit stains

[@Typical.Anomaly]

It wasn't just a dream, Bob. R.I.P.

[@frannylicuous5650]

Love this! ❤

[@seltonk5136]

Bob the slob a maniac his car smelled like farts

[@jjunture]

Was waiting to see which interview you would pick. Excellent choice. He will be missed. What a legend.

[@AlzataDiMano]

Yes

[@zekelucente9702]

Absolute legend!

[@winnieanderson5546]

I hope when I die at 88+ people say "gone too soon". One of the few stars who was truly universally loved. Thanks for the many laughs Bob. And thank goodness for the video and audio recordings.

[@stevenjones9364]

So sad Mr. Newhart has passed but so thankful we had him in our lifetime ❤

[@Pattyjohnson476]

We were fortunate to know his work. Thanks for the laughs dear Bob.❤

[@jjamesd1]

Two geniuses in conversation! God rest your soul Bob Newhart! Thank you for a lifetime of laughter!

[@timothygrant7266]

I've been a big Newhart fan for decades. Wrote to him a couple years ago and he took the time to respond. I really appreciated that. Bob will be missed.

[@LetsBeHonestImAPrat]

What a Legend Bob was

[@situated4]

Oh, God, I loved him so much.

[@Nightwatchman53]

R.I.P. Mr. Newhart. 🙏

[@renatoreside2109]

The humor that made any old heart new again. Rest in peace Bob. Loved all of your shows.

[@kstepko]

I remember watching the closing scene of the finale of “Newhart” and my parents having to explain the joke. “The Bob Newhart Show” ended the month before I was born, but I came to love Bob for his later work.

[@Aaliyahchannel2024]

The joke also went over my head when I was a kid. But found it hilarious and brilliant in the years following. Great moment in tv

[@DavidSwinney]

We're so fortunate to have had the great Bob Newhart in our lives. RIP, Bob.

[@dougbodenhamer9391]

My heart hurts. What a legendary comic. RIP sir.

[@johnnystir9796]

We were so fortunate to have a great man and a great comedian like Bob Newhart contribute to our culture.

[@markstevens1729]

He had a long and good life, and we got good comedy for a long time. Thanks Bob! Onward!

[@VariedVids]

Bob Newhart was a comic genius. There will never be another like him. This is so sad. Thanks for the many laughs, Bob!

[@showtime951]

My highest compliment: Bob was always funny.

[@Josephlaszlo]

Thank you for the decades of laughs Mr Newheart, rest well. ❤

[@AmeliaOliver-gx2xc]

I have many happy memories of watching Saturday night tv with my family. Mary Tyler Moore, Bob Newhart , Carol Burnett. Thanks for all of the laughs, Mr. Newhart ❤

[@terminalcitytraining]

Those were the days...

[@brinsonharris9816]

That was my Saturday night as well. 2 solid hours of excellence. I didn’t care for the song and dance parts of Carol Burnett, but I always knew a comedy bit was next, so I always watched.

[@Eric-yc8uv]

R.I.P., Bob. I know he was one of Dave’s comedy idols.

[@ArizonaSquatch]

Thank you for the memories Bob. Very few like you in the history of American television. Classy. Funny. Honest. Rest In Peace.

[@spudskie3907]

RIP to one very funny guy. Thanks for all the laughs.

[@Mekinhumbel]

Add one more to the roster of complete originals that are no longer with us. Thanks for everything Bob. It's been a privilege to watch you work.

[@rickmontgomery3037]

Well said and agree, we've lost so many from that era...very sad that I can think of more who've left us than those still with us...Rich Little, Bill Cosby, John Byner, and Carol Burnett are the only ones who come to mind that are still around.

[@seltonk5136]

​@@rickmontgomery3037Leonard part 6

[@djknox2]

Bob was always very entertaining. I remember going to see a Christmas special of his when I was boy nearly 50 years ago...

[@jilliansmith3364]

Marvellous man, pure comic genius. He will be greatly missed.

[@MrTCist]

Don is bustin' his balls above as we speak. 😅 Thanks for the laughter, Mr. Newhart!

[@HRConsultant_Jeff]

A loss for all of us. I'm glad I had Bob in my life for over 60 years.

[@Andrew-Antioch-Kim]

It's so sad and Bob will be greatly missed!

[@michaelccopelandsr7120]

Bringing smiles to people is truly noble work. Thank you, Bob, for all the smiles

[@paulgeorge3915]

Bob Newhart was a genius and one of my favourite comedy performers of all time. He will be greatly missed but we will always have those wonderful routines to enjoy.

[@kstepko]

Such sad news. RIP Bob. 🥺 Thanks for the laughs. 🥹

[@perrydrayton8071]

Man did I used to watch The Bob Newhart Show in the 70s RIP Bob.

[@amerant1973]

A comedy icon…. He will be missed ❤

[@bfdecem]

RIP Mr Newhart, you inspired many and made everyone laugh

[@gchomuk]

Bob Newhart was hilarious! His laid-back delivery was perfect.

[@mjproebstle]

Ok, everybody from my childhood needs to stop effing dying…NOW! RIP!

[@bobbalcom2658]

The guy that could get a million laughs and not even mutter a word. A one-of-a-kind actor.

[@lisaakinlabi]

An Icon of comedy! A very solid and remarkable career! I will forever cherish the times I spent enjoying his comedy and entertainment. RIP

[@mysongsoffaith]

Bob Newhart wasn't just a comedian; he was a beacon of joy and wit in our lives. His humor transcended generations, bringing families together around the TV. Every laugh, every smile, was a gift from him to us. RIP to a legend who showed us that clean, clever comedy could touch hearts and change lives. We'll never see another like him. 💔 😞

[@jesserothbeind950]

The world has lost a true comedy legend. RIP Bob thx for all the laughs!!!

[@fortedrummer3026]

"The Bob Newhart Show" was one of my dad's favorite sitcoms during the 1970s. And he was a fan of Bob's standup comedy in the 1960s; he would recount to me some of Bob's signature routines (the one-sided phone call, the bus driver). I saw Bob in person once, in 1990 (and I remember watching this 1990 interview when it first aired), when he visited the UCLA campus library where I was working at the time as an undergrad. Thank you, Bob, for the memories!

[@Drew_D]

I loved Larry, Darryl, and Darryl. 😂

[@charleslewis3045]

Hi, i’m Larry, and this is my Brother Daryl, and my other brother Daryl 😂 As an 80’s kid, i always appreciated the comic style of Bob Newhart…the longer we live, the more 80’s greats we lose each year 🥲 Rest in peace Bob 🙏🏼

[@festeradams3972]

Thanks for everything Bob, you will be missed but always well remembered.

[@jfxdillon]

Bob was one of the first times I learned that comedy had albums. My grandpa would play his stuff on his record player and it taught me to sit and appreciate good comedy. Rip bob

[@johncornell3665]

Bob was a great personality. We are loosing all the greats. Thanks for putting this on Dave

[@janaeshepherd5854]

A legend. He'll be missed.

[@CindyKrueger]

Bob made our lives richer with his comedy.

[@donaldavis]

The funniest accountant ever. Thanks for the jokes and style.

[@drogba4evah672]

Newhart brought so much laughter to our family. His memory will always be a blessing.

[@sebastiansaville2043]

I remember Bob so well from when I was a kid. He really was funny but unique at the same time. Never yelled. Was never rude or disrespectful to others. Pure situational comedy and so much of it came from him. He may have had writers on the side, but many of the ideas were original. RIP Bob.

[@Scotland1907]

Loved him. We were lucky to have his humor in our lives. ❤️

[@joesell2565]

Loved both of his comedy series. I took my mother to see him in-person when he appeared in Phoenix around 2004. I had the honor of meeting him after the show. One year, I drew him on my Christmas card.

[@zekelucente9702]

Growing up my dad had a great collection of comedy albums and Button Down Mind was my favorite. Mel Brooks and Bob Newhart were my dad’s favorites and they became mine.

[@batgurrl]

A unique comic legend. I didn’t know he passed, even. Excellent interview Dave

[@AlanPrice-b7n]

He kept us laughing for six decades, and he always kept it clean. His occasional observations on Facebook were always insightful and on topic. Thanks for the memories, sir.

[@lauralee2141]

Thank you so much Mr. Newhart. God Bless and may you forever rest in eternal peace. ❤️🙏

[@cwbrooks5329]

Oh man. Woke up to this news on the radio and came straight here. Thank you, Late NIght team for this great memory, and thank you, Mr. Newhart, for everything.

[@chipbutty1971]

Bob Newhart isn't much known in the UK but I have fond memories in the 80s at school break over summer watching his show, 'Newhart' on the telly here in the afternoons - gentle yet funny, very enjoyable. He didn't need to win over a lot of comedy fans from the rest of the world but he did have them including me. Rest well in peace and thank you, Bob.

[@Jim_L]

That old "Bob Newhart Show" from the 1970s is easily one of my favorite Top 5 TV shows of all time. Comedy is one of those things that doesn't always age well, but that show, at least for me, really holds up well. I can catch a rerun every now and then, and I'll still be laughing hard. 😄

[@mikeglasgow9618]

WARDEN GORDON BORDEN...!

[@Drew_D]

Larry, Darryl, and Darryl. 😂

[@matthewfarmer2520]

​@@Drew_Dhello I'm Larry this is my brother Darryl and this my other brother Darryl 😂

[@cosmojonesmusic]

Such a beautiful soul. A full & rich life of being adored.

[@darylpike5738]

Thanks to Bob Newhart for all the laughs over the years. My favourite was the 'Newhart' show from the 80s...I own dvds of the series and watch them regularly! RIP Bob Newhart.

[@samuelatwood9924]

Thanks for all the laughter and Rest in Peace - Mr. Newhart

[@carin4771]

Thanks for the laughs over so much classic TV....Rest in Laughs Bob!

[@pixsnapper1]

Greatest sitcom ending of all time. RIP Bob. So funny, will be missed. Admin of page must also be an obit writer!!

[@danl8518]

Such a funny man, made my family laugh for generations. Thank you sir for all the laughs during the chaos of life.

[@heatwave]

A life well lived. Thanks so much for all the laughs.

[@matttilley8620]

I didn't know Bob Newhart was still alive, and am sad to hear he is dead. I hope he died peacefully and without pain. I love that guy. Newhart continues to be a great show.

[@bobtreiber8556]

A truly great entertainer and American. Brought many happy moments to all. Rest in Peace.

[@SwedishMeattball]

i listen to bobs comedy albulms through some dark times in my life he was right laughter is the key to life

[@SeventyOneGo]

RIP Bob. You are now with your best friend Don and travel together through the heavenly cloud.

[@milfordcivic6755]

Letterman had one of the BEST late night programs.

[@charleslewis3045]

indeed !

[@browsertab]

Very sad to hear of Bob Newhart's passing - he was a pioneer

[@roberthevern6169]

Thanks, David! I needed a good laugh today!

[@channel_thirteen_2.0]

Bob was one of the greats. Loved him so much

[@juancatfish1]

Loved Bob Newhart. His sitcoms were hilarious and his dead pan jokes were priceless. His character Professor Proton on Big Bang Theory was perfect. RIP Bob😢

[@tobinhays652]

I hope he gets all those cheers today. Legend.

[@josephangel7360]

His was a supremely unique comic imagination.❤

[@illiamdeebe7579]

He did his own thing and he did it brilliantly.

[@whathandleUtalkabt]

Gawd I loved him. He was my first tv crush in a weird way as a young adult. Thank you Bob ⚘️ RIP

[@stflaw]

Loved The Bob Newhart Show. So long, Bob (take a drink).

[@Jebbie1976]

Go with God Bob. 💔 Thanks for the memories.

[@serpentinegallery]

I'm 36 and watched Bob's shows in reruns on Nick at Nite in the '90s. I was very young so most of the jokes went over my head, but I LOVED his acerbic delivery. I'll definitely be revisiting those shows now.

[@johnlwagner1]

RIP Legend

[@rayhume1971]

A real class act.

[@dougboyer5829]

A very special man

[@kimberly3131]

Thanks for sharing. Two of my favorites. You can tell Dave is really enjoying this. I already miss the thought of Bob popping up in a cameo or seeing a new interview once in a while. I know they were getting less frequent, but they were gems because he was such a treasure. He was the best Papa Elf there ever was. I'm sure Buddy would agree.

[@blissbaxley9363]

Thank you, Bob!

[@joshcoe]

r.i.p. bob newhart

[@TraitofSiNN727]

Bob Newhart the uncle I wish that I had. RiP Bob great to watch the "Newhart Show."

[@Paul1958R]

RIP Bob Newhart. Great entertainer.

[@StevenTorrey]

George Robert Newhart (September 5, 1929 - July 18, 2024) RIP! Always such a treat to hear on record or to watch on TV.

[@JamesClark-c2m]

I loved Bob Newhart

[@mrkymrk99]

What a funny man! Thank you for sharing this!

[@BravoTangoAviation]

I got to see Bob do a standup act in Vegas and he was so damn funny. He was such a smart comic. He was also such a nice man. My dad has connections and we got to meet him and he couldn't have been nicer. He was one of my dad's favorite comedians and was one of mine too. RIP Bob. I hope you make my laugh again one day.

[@zekelucente9702]

Bob was so great in Catch-22 as Major Major.

[@kstepko]

Does anyone else recall Bob’s guest appearance as a therapist on MAD TV opposite Mo Collins as the client? “STOP IT!” 😂

[@sloth_energy]

I just had a look for "Stop It - Bob Newhart" here on KZbin and it's been uploaded

[@kstepko]

Well worth a watch, whether or not you’ve ever seen it before.

[@zeppelinboys]

rip Bob thanks for all the laughs!!!!

[@LanceCampeau]

For context... Bob Newhart was born 3 weeks before the stock market crash of 1929. RIP old friend.