Bob Hope was a British-born American entertainer whose career spanned nearly 80 years, making him a legendary figure in comedy and entertainment.
He starred in over 70 films, including a series of seven musical comedy films with Bing Crosby, which became iconic in American cinema.
Hope hosted the Academy Awards 19 times, showcasing his versatility and popularity in the entertainment industry.
Biography
Early Life
Lester Townes "Bob" Hope was born on May 29, 1903, in England and later became a prominent American entertainer. He moved to the United States, where he would go on to have a remarkable career that spanned nearly 80 years. Hope's early life was marked by his Catholic upbringing and his involvement in the performing arts, which laid the foundation for his future success.
Career
Hope's career took off in the 1920s with his appearances in vaudeville and Broadway productions. He made his Broadway debut in 1927 and quickly became known for his comedic timing and rapid-fire delivery of jokes. By the 1930s, he transitioned to radio and later to television, hosting numerous specials and the Academy Awards 19 times from 1939 to 1977. His film career included over 70 films, notably the "Road to..." series with Bing Crosby, which solidified his status as a leading entertainer. Hope was also known for his USO tours, entertaining troops from 1941 to 1991, showcasing his dedication to supporting the military.
Personal Life
Bob Hope's personal life included a brief marriage to vaudeville partner Grace Louise Troxell in 1933, which ended in divorce the following year. He later married singer Dolores Reade, although their marriage was shrouded in controversy regarding its legitimacy. Despite the complexities of his personal relationships, Hope remained a beloved figure in American entertainment, known for his charm and humor.
Legacy
Hope's influence on comedy is profound, with many contemporary comedians citing him as a major inspiration. His unique style of self-deprecating humor and one-liners helped shape modern American comedy. He received numerous accolades throughout his life, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom and the Congressional Gold Medal, underscoring his impact on both entertainment and American culture. Bob Hope passed away on July 3, 2003, just shy of his 100th birthday, leaving behind a legacy that continues to resonate today.
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Discography
EMI Comedy: Bing Crosby and Bob Hope2006
- 1.The Road to Hollywood/Road to Morocco (medley)
- 2.Bob's Travels/It's Love, Love, Love (medley)
- 3.Christmas After the War
- 4.Have I Told You Lately That I Love You
- 5.Crosby in the Hospital/If I Knew You Were Coming I'd Have Baked a Cake (medley)
- 6.Being Nice for the Sponsor/Third Man Song (medley)
- 7.Military Police/I Wish I Wuz (medley)
The Golden Age of Comedy2003
- 1.Hope & Crosby Meet3:36
- 2.The Bob Hope Clothing Range - Sweet Violets11:28
- 3.Bob's Book - Put It There Pal9:25
- 4.Bing Wins Show6:30
- 5.The Road to Las Vegas - Las Vegas Town / Home on the Range7:03
- 6.The Just Plain Bing Morning Show7:46
- 7.Beethoven and von Crosbine - Heine's and Moe's (Buttons and Bows)9:48
- 8.For What?3:32
Thanks for the Memory2003
- 1.Thanks for the Memory3:11
- 2.Two Sleepy People3:01
- 3.The Lady's in Love With You2:37
- 4.Penthouse Serenade (When We're Alone)2:39
- 5.Bob Hope Broadcasts to the United States Army5:31
- 6.Put It There Pal2:23
- 7.The Road to Morocco2:35
- 8.My Favourite Brunette3:07
- 9.Beside You3:08
- 10.Buttons and Bows3:00
- 11.That's Not the Knot2:29
- 12.Heinie's and Moe'S (Buttons and Bows)5:23
- 13.Lucky Us2:54
- 14.Ain't We Got Fun2:21
- 15.Blind Date3:15
- 16.Goodnight Irene2:11
- 17.Home on the Range3:06
- 18.Wing Ding2:42
- 19.Am I in Love2:35
- 20.A Four-Legged Friend2:31
- 21.Hoot Mon2:36
- 22.Chicago Style2:50
- 23.The Road to Bali2:30
- 24.Merry-Go-Runaround2:30
- 25.Bob Hope Broadcasts to the United States Coast Guard5:23
Hit the Road With Bing and Bob2003
- 1.Introduction - Road to Singapore
- 2.Captain Custard - Road to Singapore
- 3.The Moon and the Willow Tree - Road to Singapore
- 4.Sweet Potato Piper - Road to Singapore
- 5.Carry Me Back to Old Virginny - Road to Singapore
- 6.Too Romantic - Road to Singapore
- 7.Too Romantic Part 2 - Road to Singapore
- 8.Finale - Road to Singapore
- 9.Introduction / You Lucky People, You - Road to Zanzibar
- 10.African Etude - Road to Zanzibar
- 11.You're Dangerous - Road to Zanzibar
- 12.It's Always You - Road to Zanzibar
- 13.It's Always You Part 2 - Road to Zanzibar
- 14.Finale- Road to Zanzibar
- 15.Introduction - Road to Morocco
- 16.The Road to Morocco - Road to Morocco
- 17.Ain't Got a Dime to My Name - Road to Morocco
- 18.Constantly - Road to Morocco
- 19.Moonlight Becomes You - Road to Morocco
- 20.Moonlight Becomes You Part 2- Road to Morocco
- 21.Finale - Road to Morocco
- 22.Introduction - Road to Utopia
- 23.Goodtime Charlie - Road to Utopia
- 24.It's Anybody's Spring - Road to Utopia
- 25.Personality - Road to Utopia
- 26.Welcome to My Dream - Road to Utopia
- 27.Put It There, Pal - Road to Utopia
- 28.Would You? - Road to Utopia
- 29.Welcome to My Dream Part 2 - Road to Utopia
- 30.Introduction - Road to Rio
- 31.Apalachicola, Fla. Incorp. Swanee River - Road to Rio
- 32.But Beautiful - Road to Rio
- 33.You Don't Have to Know the Language - Road to Rio
- 34.Experience - Road to Rio
- 35.Batuque Nio Morro - Road to Rio
- 36.Finale- Road to Rio
- 37.Introduction - Road to Bali
- 38.Chicago Style - Road to Bali
- 39.The Whiffenpoof Song - Road to Bali
- 40.Moonflowers - Road to Bali
- 41.Hoot Mon - Road to Bali
- 42.To See You Is to Love You - Road to Bali
- 43.The Merry-Go-Runaround - Road to Bali
- 44.Moonflowers - Road to Bali
- 45.Finale - Road to Bali
Best of Bob Hope2003
- 1.Buttons and Bows3:01
- 2.Teamwork2:11
- 3.My Favorite Brunette3:08
- 4.The Last Time I Saw Paris4:48
- 5.Wing-Ding Tonight2:41
- 6.Lucky Us2:53
- 7.The Flip Side2:43
- 8.Nothing in Common2:45
- 9.Beside You3:08
- 10.That's Not the Knot2:31
- 11.Am I in Love?2:33
- 12.April in Paris3:23
- 13.Ain't We Got Fun2:19
- 14.The Road to Hong Kong3:06
- 15.Nothing Can Campare With You2:36
- 16.Thanks for the Memory (live radio Recording)1:19
Live Recordings From Bob Hope2002
- 1.Editor-In-Chief2:14
- 2.Make-Believe Washroom on Station Slob9:55
- 3.Bob Ain't Clarke Gable5:04
- 4.Bob in Texas2:36
- 5.Bob Breaks His Leg5:25
- 6.Christmas2:10
- 7.Tex Hope9:19
- 8.Rogue Santa3:01
- 9.The Early Life of Bob Hope or 'Nature Strikes Back'6:27
- 10.Academy Awards4:17
- 11.Kissing the Favourite Brunette2:32
- 12.Taking Over the Jack Benny Show6:05
Thanks for the Memory: The Best of Bob Hope1999
- 1.Thanks for the Memory3:11
- 2.Two Sleepy People3:01
- 3.Put It There Pal2:23
- 4.The Road to Morocco2:35
- 5.Penthouse Serenade (When We’re Alone)2:39
- 6.The Lady’s in Love With You2:37
- 7.Chicago Style2:50
- 8.Merry‐Go‐Runaround2:30
- 9.Hoot Mon2:36
- 10.The Road to Bali2:30
- 11.The Boys With the Proboscis
- 12.Put It There Pal (alternate take)
- 13.The Road to Morocco (alternate take)
- 14.Home Cookin’
- 15.Nothing in Common
- 16.Paris Holiday
- 17.Buttons and Bows
The Andrews Sisters with Bing Crosby and Bob Hope1997
- 1.Bei mir bist du schön3:10
- 2.Wake Up and Live2:50
- 3.Why Talk About Love?2:51
- 4.Just a Simple Melody2:44
- 5.Joseph, Joseph!2:50
- 6.One Two Three O’Leary2:58
- 7.Ti-Pi-Tin2:42
- 8.Pross-Tchal3:13
- 9.Says My Heart2:50
- 10.Well, All Right3:04
- 11.Hold Tight3:18
- 12.Beer Barrel Polka2:56
- 13.South America Way2:50
- 14.Sha-Sha2:56
- 15.Oh Johnny, Oh Johnny, Oh!2:49
- 16.Ciribiribin3:00
- 17.Yodelin’ Jive3:04
- 18.Lullaby to a Little Jitterbug3:05
- 19.Sonny Boy1:35
- 20.Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy2:27
Hopes for the Holidays1994
- 1.Happy Holidays / Let's Have a Party2:33
- 2.Deck the Hall / Jingle Bells2:39
- 3.Christmas Eve2:51
- 4.A Time to Be Jolly2:15
- 5.Do You Hear What I Hear3:15
- 6.Christmas Time Is Here2:17
- 7.I'll Be Home for Christmas2:39
- 8.Jesus Was Born Today3:04
- 9.Snowbound3:26
- 10.Jack Frost2:54
- 11.Home (When Shadows Fall)3:19
- 12.Silver Bells2:33
- 13.Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas3:33
- 14.I Wish It Could Be Christmas Forever3:04
Bob Hope & Friends: Thanks for the Memories1992
- 1.Thanks for the Memory3:08
- 2.Two Sleepy People3:01
- 3.Put It There Pal2:25
- 4.Road to Morocco2:38
- 5.Penthouse Serenade (When We’re Alone)2:39
- 6.The Lady’s in Love With You2:36
- 7.Chicago Style2:51
- 8.Merry-Go-Runaround2:32
- 9.Hoot Mon2:37
- 10.Road to Bali2:32
- 11.The Boys With the Proboscis2:37
- 12.Put It There Pal (alternate take with studio chatter and breakdown)3:00
- 13.Road to Morocco (alternate take)2:41
The Collection - His Golden Greats1988
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Bob Hope in Hollywood1984
- 1.Penthouse Serenade (When We're Alone)2:37
- 2.Put It There, Pal2:23
- 3.Thanks for the Memory3:08
- 4.Road to Morocco2:32
- 5.Two Sleppy People3:09
- 6.The Lady's in Love With You2:33
- 7.Road to Bali2:29
- 8.Merry-Go-Runaround2:28
- 9.Hot Moon2:33
- 10.Chicago Style2:48
Not So Long Ago1960
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Road To Bali (Selections From The Paramount Picture)1952
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The Quick and the Dead - Volume 1: The Atom Bomb1950
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Silver Bells / The Stranger1957
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On the Road to Vietnam2012
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A Salute to the Great Singing Groups/Swing Again1996
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Bringing It Back Home1989
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- RCA Victor
Achievements
- Award
- Horatio Alger Award
- Award
- Medal of Liberty
- Award
- Knight Grand Officer of the Order of St. Gregory the Great
- Award
- Peabody Awards
- Award
- National Medal of Arts
- Award
- Presidential Medal of Freedom
- Award
- Knight of St. Sylvester
- Award
- Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award
- Award
- Ronald Reagan Freedom Award
- Award
- Library of Congress Living Legend
- Award
- Congressional Gold Medal
- Award
- Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award
- Award
- Kennedy Center Honors
- Award
- World Golf Hall of Fame
- Award
- honorary doctor of the Ohio State University
- Award
- Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire
- Award
- Golden Plate Award
- Award
- Order of St. Gregory the Great
- Award
- Golden Globe Awards
- Award
- Emmy Award
- Award
- star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
- Award
- Academy Honorary Award
- Award
- Trustees Award
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Identifiers & aliases
Also known as: Leslie Townes Hope
Lester Townes "Bob" Hope was a British-born American comedian, actor, entertainer and producer with a career that spanned nearly 80 years and achievements in vaudeville, network radio, television, and USO Tours. He appeared in more than 70 short and feature films, starring in 54, including a series of seven Road to ... musical comedy films with Bing Crosby as his partner. He reached his 100th birthday 59 days before he died in 2003.
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