Bob Elliott was an American actor and comedian who is best known for his roles in Quick Change, Get a Life, and Cabin Boy. He was a prominent figure in comedy alongside his partner Ray Goulding in the duo “Bob and Ray.”
Personal and Family Life
Bob Elliott was born on March 26, 1923, in Boston, Massachusetts. He was married twice, first to Jane Frances Underwood and later to Virginia Lee Peppers, with whom he had three children. His son, Chris Elliott, followed in his footsteps to become a recognized actor and comedian.
Death and Legacy
Bob Elliott passed away on February 2, 2016, in Cundy’s Harbor, Maine, after a battle with throat cancer. He left behind a legacy of laughter and creativity, influencing many comedians and entertainers. His work on “The Bob and Ray Show,” which aired sporadically from 1946 to 1987, is celebrated in the Radio Hall of Fame, highlighting his impact on comedy.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Cold Turkey | 1971-02-19 | Hugh Upson / David Chetley / Sandy Van Andy |
| B.C. A Special Christmas | 1981-01-01 | Peter |
| Between Time and Timbuktu | 1972-03-13 | Bud Williams, Jr. |
| Quick Change | 1990-07-13 | Bank Guard |
| Author! Author! | 1982-06-18 | Patrick Dicker |
| Vengeance | 1980-01-01 | Luke |
| Bob & Ray, Jane, Laraine & Gilda | 1979-03-31 | |
| Chris Elliott’s FDR — A One-Man Show | 1987-12-26 | Special Guest |
| Night of 100 Stars II | 1985-03-10 | Self |
| From Cleveland | 1980-10-24 | Self |
| Action Family | 1987-02-07 | The Vendor |
| Cabin Boy | 1994-01-07 | William Mayweather |
| LateLine | 1998-03-17 | |
| The NBC Comedy Hour | 1956-01-08 | |
| Newhart | 1982-10-02 | |
| Happy Days | 1974-01-15 | |
| Get a Life | 1990-09-23 | Fred Peterson |
| The Ed Sullivan Show | 1948-06-20 | Self |
| The Name’s the Same | 1951-12-05 | |
| Bob and Ray | 1951-11-26 | |
| Saturday Night Live | 1975-10-11 | Interviewer |
| ABC Close-Up! | 1960-09-27 | Self |
| The Dick Cavett Show | 1968-06-06 | Self – Guest |
| King of the Hill | 1997-01-12 | Edgar Hornsby (voice) |
| Tonight Starring Jack Paar | 1957-07-29 | Self |
| The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson | 1962-10-01 | Self |
| The Mike Douglas Show | 1961-12-11 | Self |