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
King of the Hill
Edgar Hornsby (voice)
Saturday Night Live
Interviewer
Quick Change
Bank Guard
Happy Days
Gil Crawford
Author! Author!
Patrick Dicker
Cabin Boy
William Mayweather
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
Self
Newhart
Self
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 |