Bob Hope - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | May 29, 1903 |
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| Died | July 27, 2003 (age 100) |
| Birthplace | Eltham, London, England, United Kingdom |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini - (see also Bob Hope's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rabbit |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Comedy, hosting USO shows, iconic performances in film, television, and radio. |
Intro
Bob Hope was an English-American comedian, vaudevillian, actor, singer, and dancer, whose career spanned nearly 80 years. Renowned for his quick wit and tireless work entertaining American troops as well as for his many films, radio, and television shows, Hope became an icon of 20th-century American entertainment.
Early Life & Background
Bob Hope was born Leslie Townes Hope in Eltham, London, England. His family emigrated to the United States in 1908, settling in Cleveland, Ohio. As a young man, he worked various jobs before finding success as a vaudeville performer and radio comedian.
Career Highlights
- Starred in more than 70 short and feature films, including the popular 'Road to ...' film series with Bing Crosby.
- Host of the Academy Awards a record 19 times.
- Entertained U.S. military troops in combat zones from World War II through the Gulf War, chiefly via USO tours.
- Received 5 honorary Academy Awards, including a special Academy Award for his contributions to the film industry.
- Hosted numerous radio and television shows, becoming a household name in American entertainment.
Trivia
- He was awarded the Congressional Gold Medal and the Presidential Medal of Freedom for his humanitarian work.
- Bob Hope's career as an entertainer lasted nearly eight decades.
- His signature walk is said to have inspired Woody’s walk in the animated 'Toy Story' films.
FAQs
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Bob Hope was born the 29 May 1903.
Eltham, London, England, United Kingdom.
On His Birth-Day
About May 29th, 1903, in brief:
- Day of the week: May 29th, 1903 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: If I But Knew by J.W. Myers
- Popular movie: Reliance: Shamrock III directed by
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