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I didn't need the elf outfit to play an elf I could just play an elf.

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Bob Newhart
Age: 95
Born: 1929
Born: September 5
Actor
Comedian
Film Actor
Stand-Up Comedian
Television Actor
Voice Actor
Oak Park
Illinois
George Robert Newhart
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I was influenced by every comedian I ever saw work. That's the only way you learn how to do it.
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I kind of do it in my head, then I'll try pieces of it on stage and if it looks promising, I'll put it together.
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I couldn't play off people that I don't personally like.
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