Bob Gibson was an American actor who is best known for A Perfect World, Juno, and Vengeance. He was also a significant figure in the folk music movement of the late 1950s and early 1960s.
Personal and Family Life
Bob Gibson was born Samuel Robert Gibson on November 16, 1931, in Brooklyn, New York. He married Rose in 1952, but they divorced in 1982 and had three children together: Stephen, Barbara, and Patricia. He had two siblings, Ann and James David Gibson.
Career
Gibson was influential in the folk music scene, credited with helping to launch many artists, including Joan Baez, whom he introduced at the 1959 Newport Folk Festival. His work inspired notable musicians like Phil Ochs and Bob Dylan. Gibson was also a member of American Youth for Democracy and faced blacklisting by the House Un-American Activities Committee.
Death and Legacy
Bob Gibson passed away on September 28, 1996, in Portland, Oregon, due to progressive supranuclear palsy. His contributions to folk music and acting have left a lasting impact on the cultural landscape, with many artists citing him as an influence.
Filmography
| Title | Type | Year | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| A Perfect World | Film | 1993 | Actor |
| Juno | Film | 2007 | Actor |
| Vengeance | Film | 2022 | Actor |
| Dinosaurs | TV Series | 1994 | Additional Dinosaur Performer |
| The Rutles: All You Need Is Cash | TV Movie | 1978 | Ruttling Orange Peel |
| The Grim Reaper | Film | 1976 | Actor |