Iconic Bob Newhart dies at 94

American comedian Bob Newhart has died.

Comedy Legend Bob Newhart Dead at 94
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Newhart’s publicist has confirmed his death, following a series of short illnesses, reports Variety.

After his discharge from the army, Newhart had risen to fame with the release of his 1960 album The Button-Down Mind of Bob Newhart.

The comedy compilation triumphed at the Grammys.

He then moved to television with his 1972 hit series The Bob Newhart Show, which ran until 1978 and received two Emmy nominations.

Bob Newhart was a true American icon.

He was 94 years old.