Bob Hope: A Life from Beginning to End

Name: Bob Hope: A Life from Beginning to End
Rating: 5 (1 reviews)

Hourly History

Oct 2022 · Hourly History

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Bob Hope was the kind of entertainer who only comes along once in a lifetime. Spanning the decades, he worked through just about every era of the twentieth century. Hope grew up doing his best vaudeville routine and ended up performing far and wide with the USO during World War II and the wars in Korea, Vietnam, Lebanon, Iran, and Iraq. In later life, he slowed down a bit, but he still found time to perform both in movies and in person. When he felt that certain patriotic call of duty once again during the Gulf War of the 1990s, he did not hesitate to hop aboard the USO bandwagon once again.

Bob Hope lived to be 100 years old before his globe-trotting finally came to an end in 2003. This book takes a look at the life and legend of Bob Hope—the king of comedy—from beginning to end.

Discover a plethora of topics such as

Early Life and Career

Mystery Marriages

From Pepsodent to World War II

Road to Super Stardom

USO: His Patriotic Duty

Late Life and Death

And much more!

Discover the life of Bob Hope, the legendary entertainer who brought laughter to millions on stage, screen, and the front lines. From Hollywood stardom to USO tours, his career spanned decades of comedy and service. Perfect for fans of classic entertainment and American history.

Get your copy today and celebrate the legacy of a true comedy icon!

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5.0

1 review

Al Gurney

June 11, 2025

Good read, interesting. What a great career he had.

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