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Bob Elliott Biography and Full Filmography - MovieWise

Quick Facts

Born:
1923-03-26

Birthplace:
Boston, Massachusetts, USA

Credits:
28 Total Roles

Bob Elliott

Acting

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Biography

Bob Elliott was born Robert Brackett Elliott on March 26, 1923 in Boston, Massachusetts, USA. He was an actor, writer and one-half of the comedy duo known as Bob and Ray. He was the father of comedian/actor Chris Elliott and grandfather of actresses and comedians Abby Elliott and Bridey Elliott. He is most remembered for the character of radio reporter Wally Ballou, as well as roles in Quick Change (1990), Get a Life (1990) and Cabin Boy (1994). He was married to Virginia Lee Peppers and Jane Frances Underwood. He died on February 2, 2016 in Cundy's Harbor, Maine, USA.

Known For

Full Filmography

Year Title Role
1998 LateLine TV Self
1997 King of the Hill TV Edgar Hornsby (voice)
1994 Cabin Boy MOVIE William Mayweather
1990 Get a Life TV Fred Peterson
1990 Quick Change MOVIE Bank Guard
1987 Chris Elliott's FDR -- A One-Man Show MOVIE Special Guest
1987 Action Family MOVIE The Vendor
1985 Night of 100 Stars II MOVIE Self
1982 Newhart TV Self
1982 Author! Author! MOVIE Patrick Dicker

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