As a recognized genius of American comedy, Bob Hope has no equal. From his early days in vaudeville to his years as a top Hollywood box-office draw and star of radio, TV and live performances, Bob Hope's innocent charm and lightening-quick wit have delighted millions of fans throughout the world. The Bob Hope: Thanks for the Memories Collection showcases 6 of his best films including Thanks for the Memory featuring Bob’s signature song, fan favorite The Cat and the Canary, horror-spoof The Ghost Breakers, romantic comedy Nothing But the Truth, Road to Morocco with pal Bing Crosby and The Paleface co-starring Jane Russell. Filled with timeless laughs, the Bob Hope: Thanks for the Memories Collection will entertain longtime fans and introduce a whole new generation to the legendary style of one of the most famous comedians of all-time! Thanks for the Memory (1938) It’s time for some old-fashioned romance when a stay-at-home author (Bob Hope) and his working wife (Shirley Ross) discover their domestic roles aren’t clear-cut in this sweet comedy of errors. The Cat and the Canary (1939) Wally (Bob Hope) vows to protect an heiress (Paulette Goddard) who must spend the night in the haunted mansion of her late, eccentric, millionaire uncle in order to inherit his fortune. The Ghost Breakers (1940) Ghosts and gags collide when a radio personality (Bob Hope) finds himself marooned on an island with a pretty traveler (Paulette Goddard) in a haunted castle filled with earthly and un-earthly foes. Nothing But the Truth (1941) After betting his colleagues that he can go 24 hours without telling a lie, a young stockbroker (Bob Hope) finds himself in hot water with his girlfriend (Paulette Goddard) and several influential people. Road to Morocco (1942) After surviving a shipwreck, two stowaways (Bob Hope & Bing Crosby) get mixed up with an exotic princess (Dorothy Lamour) whose marriage proposal seems too good to be true. The Paleface (1948) Timid correspondence school dentist “Painless” Peter Potter (Bob Hope) unwittingly marries sharpshooter Calamity Jane (Jane Russell) who is hot on the trail of a dangerous renegade gang in the Wild West.
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They are some of the best-loved film comedies ever created. Now, four of the most popular "Road" pictures, starring the unbeatable screen duo of Bob Hope and Bing Crosby, are here together in this deluxe DVD collection. Join Bing and Bob as they travel the world and experience rollicking, fun-filled misadventures in the company of the alluring Dorothy Lamour in such screen gems as Road to Singapore, Road to Zanzibar, Road to Morocco and Road to Utopia. You'll laugh yourself silly with four of the titles that made Hope and Crosby one of the most successful comedy teams of the 1940s and which continue to charm and entertain audiences of all ages today.
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Thanks for the Memories, Bob! | For most of the 20th century, Bob Hope owned the crown as the King of Comedy on stage, on radio, on the silver screen and television. In fact, no performer made a more successful and seamless transition into the world of television than Hope. For a remarkable 50 years, his hilarious TV specials became the showcase for the stars of the day and defined the variety show for a generation of loyal fans. Hope s unique brand of humor became his calling card worldwide as America s Goodwill Ambassador. | An absolute must for any fan, this extraordinary DVD collection (authorized by the Hope estate) captures Bob s favorite TV moments, rare vintage clips, outtakes, movie shorts, Christmas specials, recalling World War II, performing for GIs around the world and his first ever radio appearance. Discs 1 & 2: 50 Years of Laughter(Volume 1), 50 Years of Laughter (Volume 2), Hope for the Holidays, Salute to the Troops. | Discs 3 & 4:
Celebrity Bloopers, Special Features: 1st Ever Radio Appearance, Movie shorts, Memories of World War II, World of Comedy.
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Credit card rewards programs: Pros and cons
Christian Science Monitor - Oct 17, 7347
In this file photo, a traveler uses a Delta SkyMiles credit card to buy an airline e-ticket at the Bob Hope Airport in Burbank, Calif. Rewards cards shouldn't change your spending habits,
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US – Cash, Hope, and Jobs
Manila Bulletin - Oct 17, 8858
MANILA, Philippines — A friend of mine recently sent this email: “10 years ago, we had Johnny Cash, Bob Hope, and Steve Jobs; now, we have no cash, lost hope, and just recently, no more jobs.” It might sound irreverent, but indeed,
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Dolores Hope, Widow of Bob Hope, Dies
People Magazine - Oct 17, 5009
Dolores Hope, the radiant wife of comedian Bob Hope, died peacefully Monday morning at her home in Toluca Lake, Calif., a family friend confirms to PEOPLE. She was 102 and had been in relativity good health until the past few
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Bob Hope's widow Dolores dies at 102
Washington Post - Oct 17, 2317
Dolores Hope, who was married for 69 years to legendary entertainer Bob Hope, died on Monday at her home in Los Angeles. Hope was 102 years old. (Sept. 20) (/CBS News) Correction: Clarification: SuperFan badge holders consistently post smart,
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Asking for "A little Bob Hope"
06.07.11
For the sixth consecutive year painted past productions will attempt another trip overseas to entertain troops and their children on military bases in Germany and Belgium. The funds are raised, non-refundable airline tickets are non transferable purchased, hotel reservations are made, but all exploded when it comes to experience the military cut of MWR (Morale / Welfare / Leisure) of the budget of 9 million million. The Army provided our ground transportation, and now there is no funding available. We need to raise $ 14,200 by October 3.We wrote grants and raised the rest of the funding, but there is little time to do that kind of money. It will cost us 450 euros per day to 22 days. At current exchange rate is $ 14 280.
Source: Casper Journal
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Bob Hope, the road well traveled
Creator: Lawrence J. Quirk | Biography & Autobiography - 2000-11-01
Lawrence J. Quirk delves into every personal and professional aspect of Bob Hope's long, complex and dramatic life; rising by sheer dint of will to great wealth ...
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About this book
Lawrence J. Quirk delves into every personal and professional aspect of Bob Hope's long, complex and dramatic life; rising by sheer dint of will to great wealth and fame. Why did Hope become so identified with sponsoring the Vietnam War? What's the real scoop on his relationship with Bing Crosby? How... |
Bob Hope goes the way of Dinah Shore in professional golf - Waggle ...
by Emily Kay
It had to happen sooner or later, and the PGA Tour made it official Wednesday when it announced it had changed the name of the Bob Hope Classic to the Humana Challenge.
With naming rights the name of the game in all professional sports (extra credit if you can name the teams that play at Petco Park, Gillette Stadium, or Arco Arena), it should come as no surprise to golf fans that Hope has gone the way of Dinah Shore.
When Shore’s name disappeared from the marquee in 2000 to make way for the "Nabisco Championship," it was like a slap in the face to many long-time LPGA fans. The popular singer and actor founded the tourney in 1972 and watched as the annual tilt at Mission Hills Country Club in Rancho Mirage, Calif., became one of the LPGA’s four major championships in 1983.
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Photo: Bob is brilliant today! PS Krishna I hope you don’t mind me posting this click through to the page is... .
"A James Cagney love scene is one where he lets the other guy live." - Bob Hope.
New format, sponsor for Bob Hope Classic have pros impressed .
Bob any new challanges on the way ??? hope alls well.
RT : : Bob Hope would be proud of his tourney's future .
