Bob Hope would have been 107 today. He was born May 29 1903. He lived 100 years though, so that is a long time to spend on this earth. He must have been doing something right to live that long. On turning 100 years old, Bob quipped "I don't feel old. In fact, I don't feel anything until noon. Then it's time for my nap."Clouding the pain of his family's early poverty, Mr. Hope laughed "Four of us slept in one bed. When it got cold, mother threw on another brother."
And regarding his six brothers (he was the fifth of seven sons), "That's how I learned to dance, waiting for the bathroom."
This man did make a difference with his dedication and talent and humor. Bob Hope entertained the service men and women in locations around the world, year after year. Musicians and singers and entertainers volunteered to travel and perform everywhere Mr. Hope went.
Bob Hope starred in more than 50 feature films and appeared in cameos for another 15 -- the last being "Spies Like Us" in 1985. Mr. Hope introduced two Academy Award-winning songs: "Thanks for the Memory" with Shirley Ross in "The Big Broadcast of 1938" and "Buttons and Bows" in "The Paleface" (1948).
Oh, I think he played a little golf too.
This blog is being featured this Sunday on the Sunday Roast at Eddie Bluelight's blog Clouds and Silvery Linings.Check it out and let me know what you think.
55 comments:
The USO wouldn't have been the same without the Ambassador of Good Will. Happy Birthday, Bob.
What a wonderful tribute. Thank you for reminding me of the memories...
-Don
I've got his autograph somewhere - in an old book of my grandads.
I didnt know some of those facts... Great guy. Great tribute :0)
Great tribute. He did have good innings and was a very funny man.
Enjoyed your Sunday Roast over at Eddie's. I am pleased to get to know the person behind the name that I have seen dotted all over the place.
Maggie
Nuts in May
definitely a great tribute...i remember him so much of my years growing up...
and someone's getting roasted today...smiles.
Love me some Bob Hope.
100 years is a long long time indeed!
I so loved his sharp wit, and wonderful movies.. he really was a "one off", he made the world a brighter place for having him. Glad to know you were also a fellow fan. Happy birthday, Bob.
This is a nice tribute. I don't recall much of Bob. My Parents loved him though!
Have a good day...:)
I too grew up with Bob Hope almost feeling like family
Great tribute.
They just don't make 'em like that, anymore! So glad you decided to post this tribute. "Thanks for the memories"!
I was busy volunteering all day yesterday and am just getting caught up. Your challenge to me is on my list! And now I've got to go over to read the roast, along with two dozen posts to read! Thanks for the memories about Bob Hope. Happy Birthday, Ski Nose!
Nice tribute, he was an amazing man!
Congratulations on the Sunday Roast recognition. Bob Hope was an iconic entertainer for so many of us. He was one of the best.
Bob Hope was (and still is) one of my favourite comedians. Did youn know he was born in England? The family emigrated to US on 1908. Bob was born in London and the family moved to Weston Super Marewhere they loved until they emigrated. Weston is just 25 miles from where I love in Bristol. Also from Weston Super Mare comes the famouse John Cleese alias Basil Fawlty and a Python of Monty Python fame.
Very pleased you are roasting nicely at my place. Come on everybody - plenty of steaks left.
I can't believe I nearly missed your roast... running there now!!
Agreed that he was an amazing person. But I still think that the Burbank Airport should not have been renamed as The Bob Hope Airport. That's just me.
Bob Hope just always seemed like a genuinely good soul to me. I am going to read your roast.
I was lucky enough to see Bob Hope's show in Vietnam from about the sixth row. I'd been in-country about three days, it was a few days before Christmas, and there I sat, laughing.
Bless you, Mr. Hope.
He was a great man, sorely missed.
The era of the George Burns and the Bob Hopes just seems more and more golden the more you look back. They just don't make entertainers like that anymore. I enjoyed this, TechnoBabe. It brought back great memories of watching Bob Hope specials with all the family gathered around :)
A very good tribute.
I used to love watching Bob Hope movies when I was a kid.
What he did for our service men and woman was truly appreciated.
He was a gem, a great American treasure who will always be missed.
This is a wonderful birthday post, which I'm sure Mr. Hope would much appreciate. Thank you for sharing the love!
I didn't know he lived that long. I remember seeing him in a few movies. Interesting post.
Thanks for leaving comments I have been away from blogging for some time but it is nice to feel welcomed back. As to patience you must be talking about someone else.
Hello Dear Friend. I absolutely ADORED Bob Hope. I never missed his Christmas Specials and just loved his shows for the troops. It seemed he was able to reach into their hearts with wonderful entertainment and always the latest "It" girls.... Always wonderful monologues and perfect for an entire family to sit and enjoy. Thank you for this tribute to a great American icon and a wonderful human being. xoxoxoxo
Yeah Bob Hope-- I loved him.
And congrats on your Roast, I'm off to read it now. (I love Eddie Bluelights)
xo
PS Just back from Eddie's Roast. AWE-SOME job. And look how gorgeous you are :-)
xo
YOUR ROAST WAS FABULOUS!!!! So great to get to know you that much better!!! I do love your blog!! And this tribute to Bob Hope was wonderful...he always made me laugh...Happy Birthday to Bob Hope! And congratulations to you on your fantastic feature at Eddie's!! Love, Janine XO
Bob Hope got two massages a day for at least his last 10 or more years. He had a live in therapist. I'm signing up!
Wow - glad to have read this. There will never be anyone like Bob Hope. Thanks for sharing :)
Denalee
I love Eddie Bluelights! Love this.
Because of your mention on Eddie's Roast, I have been contacted by two readers. I am so grateful to you for the helper you are.
bob hope was one funny guy and worked well with the others in his shows.
thanks
I believe Bob played in the show "Roberta" in 1932, and there sang "Thanks For the Memories". What an entertainer, always giving freely of his talent. How wonderful of you to remember him.
Oh, Bob Hope was so funny!
Congrats on the Sunday Roast!
I used to watch 'The Road To..' films when I was a kid, during the school summer holidays - they used to show them in the mornings.
Bob Hope was so sharp.
Sx
Hello Madam TechnoBabe! Nice to read about Bob Hope here.
Sorry for the long absence :)
A wonderful tribute!
I had forgotten that he lived to be 100. I watched many variety shows with him through the years...great memories indeed!
I loved Bob Hope. Very lovely tribute.
Oh how I loved Bob Hope, I have watched his movies over and over and they shaped my childhood in ways unseen and seen.
I have his autograph as I was lucky enough to meet him in a quick layover he had in my hometown..
Great post thank you!
Awesome tribute. Mr. Hope gave so much of himself to those in the service.
Loved the roast and tribute.
Beautiful tribute... love the line about learning to dance waiting for the bathroom !
It was a fine roast, TB. I was happy to see your name pop up.
Great tribute to Bob Hope.
lovely cartoon,
cool post!
Happy Sunday!
Very interesting post, a beautiful tribute to Bob Hope, I've read it with great pleasure.
Happy new week!
Wasn't he just the best though? Him and George Allen too -always loved and enjoyed his humor as well!
And the roast -good job there!
What a great entertainer!
I have been trying to get here since reading Eddie's roast yesterday, I had written a long comment and my power went off (just as I clicked on publish) for over 2 hours, still have not been able to get back to Eddie's. I really enjoyed the roast, you were wonderful and your answers were funny....loved.it.
This is a great tribute.....I hope you share the day with family and friends........:-) Hugs
I saw him do a show back in the mid-80's when I was ushering concerts.
I loved Bob Hope. Your post is a treat. Thanks for the walk back down Memory Lane :)
I love Bob Hope, and I loved Bing too! They were a great duo!
Great tribute to one of our best!
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