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But then he fell in love withThe Big Bang Theoryand said yes with two provisions, Lorre said.
One: his character had to have an arc that spanned several episodes.
And two: he wanted to win an Emmy.
We delivered on both.
I got to work with a comedy legend.
A master of the craft, and a kind and gentle man.
I even got to call him a friend.
How lucky am I?
Newhart gave his Emmy-winning performance onThe Big Bang Theoryas Arthur Jeffries/Professor Proton.
He was classy, kind, generous and absolutely hilarious.
Every take - every time.
He was loved and will be missed.
What a life lived.
Bob Newhart was the kindest most hilarious man.
He asked me to make a documentary about his friendship with Don Rickles.
I was so lucky to get to spend that time with my hero.
His brilliant comedy and gentle spirit made everyone he encountered so happy.
Thank you Bob Newhart!#RIPpic.twitter.com/NlkJNuOw80
And we lose another comedy legend.
A brilliant standup & comedic actor, he was truly one of a kind.
But all the time I remained your fan.
In 60 he won 3 Grammy Awards!
Best New Artist,ALBUM OF THE YEAR and Best Comedy performance.
Only comedian to win BNA and Album of the year!
What a joy to work with that group!
He was also a warm and delightful person, with no star ego.
Watching him in action was a privilege - his persona and skill were matchlesspic.twitter.com/pcOV2GJGXK
RIP Bob Newhart.
I played weather girl Buffy Denver on his show and he couldn’t have been nicer or more supportive.
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Bob Newhart was a giant, a genius, and a great guy.
Ill always remember when he hosted SNL and did a stellar show.
He was, as you might expect, a joy to work with.
Plus, he gave us not one, but two hilarious long-running sitcoms.
One of the greats.
We are proud to celebrate and preserve his extraordinary work at…pic.twitter.com/O2MVJrgQuy
One of the greats.
I marveled to be surrounded by such extraordinary men.Bob, you will be missed.https://t.co/A7pRes685L
Bob Newhart.
An iconic comedic actor.
I and so many people grew up watching him.
He was so subtle and had a brilliant sense of timing and understatement.
And an incredibly kind man.
Sending love to his family.
My thoughts are with his children and grandchildren, and all those whose days were brightened by his work.
This is an immeasurable loss.
We will miss you Papa.Buddy is always welcome at the Empire State Buildingpic.twitter.com/3iKwOEsWdw
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