Bob Denver
American actor
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About Bob Denver
Robert Osbourne Denver, better known as Bob Denver, had been an elementary school teacher prior to his 1957 debut as a professional actor. Two years post-debut, he landed his first major role as Maynard G. Krebs, a series regular character on the sitcom, “The Many Loves of Dobie Gillis”.
His best-known character was Gilligan, which he originated through the television sitcom “Gilligan’s Island” in 1959 and he reprised in three made-for-television movies, two animated series and other television guest-starring appearances.
Personal Life
He grew up in Brownwood, Texas. He was a product of the Los Angeles-based Loyola University, where he studied political science. He was a three-time divorcee. As of his death, he was married to his fourth wife, Dreama Perry. He had four children.
Death
He died from throat cancer surgery complications on 2 September 2005. He was 70 years old.
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Bob Denver was a famous American actor, who was born on January 9, 1935. As a person born on this date, Bob Denver is listed in our database as the 22nd most popular celebrity for the day (January 9) and the 28th most popular for the year (1935).
People born on January 9 fall under the Zodiac sign of Capricorn, the Sea Goat. Bob Denver is the 687th most popular Capricorn.
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