Bob Newhart attended the Backstage Creations Giving Suite At The Emmy Awards in Los Angeles, California on September 22, 2019. Despite his past career as an accountant, he has always been intrigued by comedy.

In an interview with *The Washington Post*, Bob expressed his amazement at how a good accountant could become a comedian, humorously adding that in his case, it was amazing that a bad accountant could become a comedian as well. He emphasized the parallels between comedy and numbers, as well as the inexplicable connection between music and comedy.

Beyond his extensive career in TV, Bob Newhart is known for his iconic role as the narrator in the film *Elf*. During an interview, he recalled his initial reaction upon receiving the script, predicting that the movie would become a perennial favorite shown every Christmas.

He credited the charm of Will Ferrell and the direction of Jon Favreau for making the film beloved by audiences. *Elf* held significant personal meaning for Bob and brought joy to the world.

Co-star Will Ferrell also noted that the movie provided a welcome breath of innocence during a challenging time and expressed pride in its impact.