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Bob Homme(1919-2000)

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  • Writer
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Bob Homme was born on 8 March 1919 in Stoughton, Wisconsin, USA. He was an actor and writer, known for The Friendly Giant (1958). He was married to Esther. He died on 2 May 2000 in Grafton, Ontario, Canada.
BornMarch 8, 1919
DiedMay 2, 2000(81)
BornMarch 8, 1919
DiedMay 2, 2000(81)
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Known for

The Friendly Giant (1958)
The Friendly Giant
8.4
TV Series
  • The Friendly Giant

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  • Stranger in the House (1997)
    Stranger in the House
    5.3
    • (uncredited)
    • 1997
  • The Friendly Giant (1958)
    The Friendly Giant
    8.4
    TV Series
    • The Friendly Giant
    • 1958–1982

Writer



  • The Friendly Giant (1958)
    The Friendly Giant
    8.4
    TV Series
    • created by
    • 1958–1982

Personal details

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  • Born
    • March 8, 1919
    • Stoughton, Wisconsin, USA
  • Died
    • May 2, 2000
    • Grafton, Ontario, Canada(prostate cancer)
  • Spouse
    • Esther? - May 2, 2000 (his death, 4 children)
  • Publicity listings
    • 1 Article

Did you know

  • Trivia
    He has been awarded the C.M. (Member of the Order of Canada) on May 6, 1998 for his services to performing arts in Canada.
  • Quotes
    [on 'The Friendly Giant'] When we moved the program to Canada, I carried everything across the border in my station wagon, including the props. Customs held us up to check the castle's plastic vines - they thought it was an exotic plant, until I broke off a leaf for them.
  • Trademark
    He played the Friendly Giant on Canadian Children's television

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