Despite – or because of – the fact that Bob Hope is one of the most recognizable people of the 20th century, he has mainly fallen into two categories: You either loved or hated the man. While some consider him an “underrated” comic genius, others find him abrasive and downright sexist. But one thing most people can agree on is this: He is one of the most influential people in American popular culture.
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Sure, the stand-up comedian, vaudevillian, actor, singer, dancer, and author with an eight-decade career made millions smile with his performances. But he also had a less loveable side, with his womanizing, conceit, and his reliance on brown-nosing employees. So, whether or not you found the man who lived to 100 to be funny and loveable, you might be interested to see his life in a series of facts and stories. Who knows, maybe you’ll change your mind…