Bob Sweeney
American television director and actor
About Bob Sweeney
Lived 1918 – 1992 (aged 73). Bob Sweeney was an American actor, television director, television actor, film actor, film producer and television producer.
Bob Sweeney (October 19, 1918 – June 7, 1992) was an American actor, director and producer of radio, television and film.
Early years Bob Sweeney was a graduate of San Francisco State College. In the early part of World War II, he and college classmate George Fenneman formed a stand-up comedy team and entertained troops at military bases.
Early career on radio and television From 1944 through 1948 Sweeney teamed with comedy partner Hal March in The Bob Sweeney-Hal March Show on CBS Radio. Sweeney was nominated for an Emmy Award once for The Love Boat (1983).
Personal details Sweeney and his wife, Bev, had one child, a daughter, Bridget.
Death Sweeney died of cancer in Westlake Village, California, on June 7, 1992.
Filmography Year Title Role Notes1952 It Grows on Trees McGuire 1953 South Sea Woman Defense Lieutenant Miller 1954 A Christmas Carol Bob Cratchitt 1953 Mister Scoutmaster Mr. Hackett Uncredited1958 The Last Hurrah Johnny Degnan 1960 Alfred Hitchcock Presents William Spengler Season 5 Episode 36: "Letter of Credit"1960 Toby Tyler Harry Tupper 1961 A Raisin in the Sun Insurance Company Agent Uncredited1962 Moon Pilot Senator Henry McGuire 1963 Son of Flubber Mr. Harker 1964 Marnie Cousin Bob 1978 The Irishman Nat Simpson 1990 Book of Love Mr. Snow 1991 Born to Ride Gus, Owner of Gus's Garage (final film role)
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Who was Bob Sweeney?
American television director and actor (1918–1992)
When was Bob Sweeney born?
Bob Sweeney was born on 19 October 1918 in San Francisco.
When did Bob Sweeney die?
Bob Sweeney died on 7 June 1992 in Westlake Village.
What was Bob Sweeney's occupation?
Bob Sweeney was an actor, television director, television actor, film actor, film producer and television producer.
What nationality was Bob Sweeney?
Bob Sweeney was American.
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