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JamesG · 09-16-2013, 01:18 PM

Bob Newhart Gets His Due with First Emmy Win
by NELLIE ANDREEVA
Sunday September 15, 2013

This was moment Bob Newhart had given hope would come — landing an Emmy Award. After a record losing streak (Newhart had been nominated six times before), he even had his series "The Bob Newhart Show" and "Newhart" removed from contention for six years to avoid disappointment.

“Well, this is from your peers,” the low-key but deeply moved Newhart said backstage at the Creative Arts Emmy Awards after winning an Emmy for his guest starring stint on CBS’ "The Big Bang Theory".

“When they say you’re good, it means something special.”

The comedy icon added that he was “totally unprepared” for the standing ovation he received from those inside the Nokia.

“I had come to feel that the kind of stuff I do just doesn’t win awards. I just figured that every year, there were better people than me in the category.”

Newhart said that he will be returning to "Big Bang" in the coming season, as the same character Professor Proton or a different character.

“That’s really up to (executive producer) Chuck (Lorre), and the writing team,” he said. The role that finally earned Newhart an Emmy came after a long courtship by Lorre, a fan going back to the "Bob Newhart Show".

“He asked what it would take to get me to do one of his shows,” he recalls, “and I said it has to be (something shot) in front of a live audience.”

Why? “Because that’s the only thing I’ve ever done,” he replied. “It started with Lucy and Desi, then All in the Family and Mary Tyler Moore. I don’t know how to do a show that’s not in front of a live audience. Chuck said, ‘How about Big Bang Theory?’ I said great, it’s the best written show on television.”

Newhart also told Lorre that he “didn’t want to make it one and out.” Lorre was agreeable to that, and they had a deal.

http://www.deadline.com/2013/09/bob-...g-bang-theory/

Marvo301 · 09-16-2013, 01:35 PM

Congratulations Bob!! It's about time Bob's talent was recognized with an award!!

Dr. Thong · 09-16-2013, 05:08 PM

I was surprised to learn this was Newhart's first emmy. I figured with two classic series, he would have gotten one long ago.

But better late than never, right?

Bob deserved it and he was hilarious in this BBT episode. Classic Newhart.

Probably the best deadpan/straight man comedic actor ever.

robyrob · 09-16-2013, 07:10 PM

Congratulations Bob, well deserved !

howilu · 09-17-2013, 10:17 AM

Congratulations to one of the great comedy actors of all-time who finally got an Emmy he deserved. And his role of Professor Proton definitely deserved an Emmy. The episode showed that Bob Newhart hasn't lost his comedic timing.

catlover79 · 09-17-2013, 11:35 AM

YAY Bob!!! Congrats for this long-overdue honor.

09-16-2013, 01:18 PM	#1
JamesG Freakshow Moderator Forum Icon Join Date: Feb 01, 2008 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 57,168	Bob Newhart Wins First Ever Emmy for "Big Bang" Guest Stint Bob Newhart Gets His Due with First Emmy Win by NELLIE ANDREEVA Sunday September 15, 2013 This was moment Bob Newhart had given hope would come — landing an Emmy Award. After a record losing streak (Newhart had been nominated six times before), he even had his series "The Bob Newhart Show" and "Newhart" removed from contention for six years to avoid disappointment. “Well, this is from your peers,” the low-key but deeply moved Newhart said backstage at the Creative Arts Emmy Awards after winning an Emmy for his guest starring stint on CBS’ "The Big Bang Theory". “When they say you’re good, it means something special.” The comedy icon added that he was “totally unprepared” for the standing ovation he received from those inside the Nokia. “I had come to feel that the kind of stuff I do just doesn’t win awards. I just figured that every year, there were better people than me in the category.” Newhart said that he will be returning to "Big Bang" in the coming season, as the same character Professor Proton or a different character. “That’s really up to (executive producer) Chuck (Lorre), and the writing team,” he said. The role that finally earned Newhart an Emmy came after a long courtship by Lorre, a fan going back to the "Bob Newhart Show". “He asked what it would take to get me to do one of his shows,” he recalls, “and I said it has to be (something shot) in front of a live audience.” Why? “Because that’s the only thing I’ve ever done,” he replied. “It started with Lucy and Desi, then All in the Family and Mary Tyler Moore. I don’t know how to do a show that’s not in front of a live audience. Chuck said, ‘How about Big Bang Theory?’ I said great, it’s the best written show on television.” Newhart also told Lorre that he “didn’t want to make it one and out.” Lorre was agreeable to that, and they had a deal. http://www.deadline.com/2013/09/bob-...g-bang-theory/ Attached Images

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Dr. Thong a/k/a "ACK!" Forum Veteran Join Date: Jul 10, 2001 Location: New Hampshire, USA Posts: 5,546	I was surprised to learn this was Newhart's first emmy. I figured with two classic series, he would have gotten one long ago. But better late than never, right? Bob deserved it and he was hilarious in this BBT episode. Classic Newhart. Probably the best deadpan/straight man comedic actor ever.
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09-17-2013, 11:35 AM	#6
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09-17-2013, 10:17 AM	#5
howilu Member Senior Member Join Date: Apr 20, 2003 Location: St. Louis Park, MN Posts: 1,964	Congratulations to one of the great comedy actors of all-time who finally got an Emmy he deserved. And his role of Professor Proton definitely deserved an Emmy. The episode showed that Bob Newhart hasn't lost his comedic timing.