Hope, Bob, 1903-2003

Variant names
Dates:
Birth 1903-05-29
Death 2003-07-27
Americans
English

Biographical notes:

Bob Hope was a star of radio, film, television and stage during the 1940-1970's. He acted, song and danced through much of WWII entertaining troops. He continued entertaining troops though Korea, Vietnam and the Middle East. Additionally, Hope made many guest appearances on television as well as hosting his own specials.

From the description of Bob Hope collection 1940-1979 (bulk 1940-1969). (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 780029078

Bob Hope (b. Leslie Townes Hope, May 29, 1903-d. July 27, 2003), American comedian and actor in vaudeville, on Broadway, in radio, films, and television, noted for his work with the U.S. Armed Forces and numerous USO tours entertaining American military personnel.

From the description of Hope, Bob, 1903-2003 (U.S. National Archives and Records Administration). naId: 10581102

Biographical Note

Biographical information on Bob Hope is available in the Library of Congress online exhibition Bob Hope and American Variety .

From the guide to the Music from the Bob Hope Collection, 1932-1997, (bulk 1979-1990), (Music Division Library of Congress)

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Subjects:

  • Motion picture music
  • Motion picture music, Arranged
  • Music
  • Popular music
  • Popular music
  • Popular music
  • Popular instrumental music
  • Songs
  • Television music
  • Television music, Arranged
  • Popular music
  • Popular music

Occupations:

  • Performer

Places:

  • United States (as recorded)