Obituary of Bob Hoskins

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Bob Hoskins

Bob Hoskins (born October 26th, 1942 in Bury St. Edmunds, England) was an Film Actor who was well known for many great movies including "Who Framed Roger Rabbit". Bob died on a April 30th, 2014 and his death was reportedly due to Pneumonia. He was 71 years old.

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Bob Hoskins Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Hoskins, Bob
    • Common Name: Bob Hoskins
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Bury St. Edmunds, England
    • Birth Date: October 26, 1942
    • Age: 71 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Robert Hoskins, Rob
    • Occupations:
    • Nationality: British
    • Favorite Food: Velveeta Cheese
    • Favorite Color: Fuchsia
    • Favorite Scent: Kenneth Cole Vintage Black
    • Favorite Actor: Gene Hackman

    Bob's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Robert William Hoskins
    • Father: Robert William Hoskins, Sr.
    • Mother: Elsie Lillian (née Hopkins)
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Linda Banwell (married 1982-his death)
      • Jane Livesey (married 1967-1978, divorced)
    • Son(s):
      • Alex Hoskins
      • Jack Hoskins
    • Daughter(s):
      • Rosa Hoskins
      • Sarah Hoskins

Death Notice:

  • Date: April 30 2014 at age 71
  • Place: London, England
  • Cause of Death: Pneumonia
  • Interment: Buried at Highgate Cemetery, London

Category Tags:

Film ActorTV Actor British Born on October 26th Born in 1942 Died in 2014 Died at age 71 Died from Pneumonia

Quotable Quotes:

"On getting his first role: I was three parts pissed. We were going to a party. And this bloke comes around and says: "Right. You're next. Have you seen the script?" And I got the leading part." (IMDB)

"Bob Hoskins passed away aged 83 from a rare form of cancer. (V)"

"People always seem to say that there's no such thing as bad news. However, when it comes to Bob Hoskins, there is always some sort of bad news to report. On October 30th, Hoskins was found deceased in his home after succumbing to a heart attack. (V)"

"Bob Hoskins' life was filled with immense talent, passionate dedication, and unforgettable contributions to the entertainment industry that will continue to be cherished long after his passing. (V)"

Is Mr. Bob Hoskins still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.

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