Bob Elliott

Comedian

Birthday March 26, 1923

Birth Sign Aries

Birthplace Boston, MA

DEATH DATE Feb 2, 2016 (92)

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About

Comedian who appeared on the radio as one half of the comedic duo Bob and Ray for five decades. He co-authored his son's mock autobiography, Daddy's Boy: A Son's Shocking Account of Life with a Famous Father in 1989.

Before Fame

He began his comedic career on the radio alongside long-time partner Ray Goulding.

Trivia

He appeared in the Tim Burton-produced film Cabin Boy, where he played his real-life son's father.

Family Life

He married Bob and Ray writer Raymond Knight's widow in 1954. His granddaughter Abby was a cast member on Saturday Night Live.

Associated With

His son is the comedian and actor Chris Elliott.