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Bob Hope
Legendary entertainer Bob Hope was an actor, comedian, and staunch supporter of the American military support group USO. He was the only honorary veteran that the US ever made. He died at the age of 100 while still active in his profession.
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Someone said that Bob Hope got a rubdown massage every night?
I heard this on an interview years ago and have seen it quoted several times that when asked what he attributed his well being too, he said, "I get a massage daily"
What is the name of the movie that Gene Kelly and Bob Hope starred in together?
These two never starred together in any film. Their only joint "appearence" was a 1950 documentary showing the off-stage lives of stars, called Screen Actors.
What is the value of an autograph of Bob Hope?
I have a book written by Bob Hope titled, "I owe Russia $1200." It is signed by Bob Hope. This book is loaded with pictures taken of Bob with other big names like Bing Crosby. I posted it at Valutations.com and it was appraised at about $300 . That is what it would bring at an auction.
My answer: Not necessarily true. It depends on how many people would like Bob Hope's autograph. You should check out www.rrauction.com, their items usually sell for 3-4 figures.
A running gag in movies with Bob Hope was the mutual hatred he had with fellow actor Bing Crosby. In fact they were extremely close friends -- Hope was devastated when Bing died in 1977.
The movie is called, "Never Say Die." One of my favorites!
Was Bob Hope an American Citizen?
Bob Hope was born in Britian, but emigrated to the US when he was about 4 years old with his parents and siblings in 1908. He became an American Citizen when he was 17 years old.
Who was one of the stars in the famous Bob Hope and Bing Crosby Road pictures that wore a toupee?
Bing Crosby was the one!
Why did Bob Hope change his name when he became a US citizen?
He didn't. He was Lester Townes Hope when he arrived in the U.S., and used that name for many years after he became a full U.S. citizen. As an entertainer, he later changed his name to "Bob", saying, in his own words: "I wanted a 'Hiya fellas!' sounding first name". He also, early in his career, briefly boxed under the name "Packy East".
Where was Bachelor in Paradise filmed Bob Hope 1961?
It's the northern part of the San Fernando Valley, in LA. I think it is Granada Hills, when they first developed it.
As unique as this baseball is the key to the value will be the Babe Ruth Signature. One of the most prized signatures in the hobby a Babe Ruth single signed baseball in general is worth about $6,000.-$10,000. Value may vary based on condition, and the type of authenticity that accompanies the signatures. Signatures that have not been properly authenticated could sell at half the market value or less.
Multi signed baseballs are valued as a group of signatures, and how desired that group is as a whole.With the other signatures added, the value of the baseball could lower or rise depending on the number of collectors interested in it. Babe Ruth, and Joe DiMaggio were very popular in their day, and could mix well with entertainers like Bob Hope, Bing Crosby, Gary Cooper, and Alan Ladd . But the bottom line in getting top dollar is finding collectors that would be interested in this group.
Was Bob Hope in the greatest show on earth?
YES, both he and Bing Crosby were filmed mixed in with the crowd
JOYS
Did Tiger Woods ever play in Bob Hope?
Yes putting, on the Mike Douglas show. Watch it at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_wHkA_983_s
He started out in vaudeville and radio, becoming a very popular entertainer. He took his popularity into films; the most famous arguably being the series of Road movies he did with Bing Crosby and Dorothy Lamour. He was also one of the first people to go overseas to entertain American troops with the USO, and did so for decades. In his later years, he had a series of television specials, including an annual college football player showcase. He was also an avid golfer and promoted the sport (along with Bing Crosby).
