History of Bob Odenkirk in Timeline

Bob Odenkirk is an accomplished American actor, screenwriter, comedian, and producer. Beginning his career in comedy writing, he transitioned into acting, gaining prominence in both comedic and dramatic roles. His work has earned him numerous accolades, including two Primetime Emmy Awards, three Critics' Choice Television Awards, and a Screen Actors Guild Award. Additionally, he has received nominations for five Golden Globe Awards and a Tony Award, highlighting his versatility and success across various entertainment platforms.

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1997: Odenkirk Marries Naomi Yomtov

In 1997, Bob Odenkirk married Naomi Yomtov, who later became the executive producer of "W/ Bob and David".

2003: The Room Released

In 2003, The Room was released.

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2017: Odenkirk Releases "A Load of Hooey" and "Girlfriend's Day"

In 2017, Bob Odenkirk published "A Load of Hooey," a collection of comedic sketches and essays, and co-wrote, produced, and starred in "Girlfriend's Day", a Netflix original film about a greeting card writer.

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A Load of Hooey

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2018: Odenkirk Diagnosed with Arterial Plaque Build-Up

In 2018, Odenkirk was diagnosed with arterial plaque build-up.

December 15, 2019: SIU Awards Odenkirk Honorary Degree

On December 15, 2019, Southern Illinois University (SIU), Odenkirk's alma mater, awarded him the honorary degree of Doctor of Performing Arts.

April 2020: Odenkirk Establishes Cal-Gold Pictures

In April 2020, Bob Odenkirk, nearing the end of "Better Call Saul," founded his production company, Cal-Gold Pictures, with former Comedy Central VP Ian Friedman leading television, and secured a first-look deal with Sony Pictures Television.

March 2021: Odenkirk Stars in Action-Thriller Film Nobody

In March 2021, Odenkirk starred as Hutch Mansell in the action-thriller film "Nobody," which premiered at number one at the U.S. box office, earning $6.7 million in ticket sales.

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July 27, 2021: Odenkirk Hospitalized After Heart Attack on Set

On July 27, 2021, Bob Odenkirk was hospitalized in Albuquerque after experiencing a "small heart attack" on the set of the sixth season of "Better Call Saul".

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2022: Better Call Saul Concludes

In 2022, Better Call Saul concluded.

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2022: Odenkirk Reveals Heart Condition Severity

In 2022, Odenkirk revealed that following his heart attack he had two stents placed in his coronary arteries and that his heart stopped, requiring cardiopulmonary resuscitation and defibrillation. He also said that the producers of Better Call Saul would have dropped the show, had he not recovered.

March 19, 2023: Lucky Hank Premieres on AMC

On March 19, 2023, "Lucky Hank", a new series starring Odenkirk and based on the novel "Straight Man" by Richard Russo, premiered on AMC.

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2023: Odenkirk Acts in The Bear and Receives Emmy Nomination

In 2023, Odenkirk appeared in the FX series "The Bear" in the episode "Fishes" and received a nomination for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series for his performance.

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2025: Odenkirk Debuts on Broadway in Glengarry Glen Ross Revival

In 2025, Odenkirk made his Broadway debut as Shelly Levene in a revival of David Mamet's play "Glengarry Glen Ross", receiving a nomination for the Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Play.