History of Bob Saget in Timeline

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Bob Saget

Bob Saget was a multifaceted American entertainer, renowned as a stand-up comedian, actor, director, and television host. He gained widespread recognition for his portrayal of Danny Tanner on the beloved sitcom Full House and its sequel, Fuller House. Saget also served as the original host of America's Funniest Home Videos, captivating audiences with his engaging personality. Additionally, he lent his voice as the narrator, Ted Mosby, on the popular sitcom How I Met Your Mother. Beyond family-friendly television, Saget was known for his adult-oriented stand-up comedy, earning a Grammy nomination for his album That's What I'm Talkin' About.

May 17, 1956: Robert Lane Saget's Birth

On May 17, 1956, Robert Lane Saget was born. He later became a well-known American stand-up comedian, actor, director, and television host.

1978: Graduation from Temple University

In 1978, Bob Saget graduated from Temple University with a BA.

1982: Marriage to Sherri Kramer

In 1982, Bob Saget married Sherri Kramer.

1987: Birth of Aubrey Saget

In 1987, Aubrey Saget, one of Bob Saget's daughters, was born.

1987: Cast as Danny Tanner in Full House

In 1987, Bob Saget was cast as Danny Tanner in the sitcom "Full House".

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1987: Cast in Full House

In early 1987, Bob Saget was cast as Danny Tanner in "Full House".

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1989: Host of America's Funniest Home Videos

In 1989, Bob Saget began hosting "America's Funniest Home Videos".

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1989: Birth of Lara Melanie Saget

In 1989, Lara Melanie Saget, one of Bob Saget's daughters, was born.

1992: Birth of Jennifer Belle Saget

In 1992, Jennifer Belle Saget, one of Bob Saget's daughters, was born.

1995: End of Full House

In 1995, the final episode of the sitcom "Full House" aired, where Bob Saget played Danny Tanner.

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1996: Directed For Hope

In 1996, Bob Saget directed the ABC television film "For Hope", inspired by his sister's life.

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1997: Divorce from Sherri Kramer

In 1997, Bob Saget and Sherri Kramer divorced.

1997: Departure from America's Funniest Home Videos

In 1997, Bob Saget concluded his role as the host of "America's Funniest Home Videos".

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1997: Departure from AFV

In 1997, Bob Saget left his role as the host of "America's Funniest Home Videos".

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1998: Directed Dirty Work

In 1998, Bob Saget directed his first feature film, "Dirty Work", starring Norm Macdonald and Artie Lange.

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October 5, 2001: Raising Dad Premiere

On October 5, 2001, Bob Saget starred in "Raising Dad" on The WB.

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May 10, 2002: Raising Dad Finale

On May 10, 2002, the final episode of "Raising Dad" aired, starring Bob Saget.

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2003: Saget joins SRF board

In 2003, Bob Saget joined the board of directors of the Scleroderma Research Foundation (SRF).

September 19, 2005: How I Met Your Mother Premiere

On September 19, 2005, Bob Saget began as the voice of future Ted Mosby, narrating the CBS sitcom "How I Met Your Mother".

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2005: Voice of Ted Mosby

In 2005, Bob Saget started as the voice of narrator Ted Mosby on the sitcom "How I Met Your Mother".

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2005: Parody of March of the Penguins

In 2005, Bob Saget wrote, directed, and starred in the parody "Farce of the Penguins", based on the 2005 film "March of the Penguins".

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2006: Host of 1 vs. 100

In 2006, Bob Saget started hosting the NBC game show "1 vs. 100".

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January 2007: Farce of the Penguins DVD Release

In January 2007, "Farce of the Penguins", written, directed, and starring Bob Saget, was released direct-to-DVD. The movie is a parody of 2005's "March of the Penguins".

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January 30, 2007: Death of Ben Saget

On January 30, 2007, Bob Saget's father, Ben Saget, died at age 89 due to complications from congestive heart failure.

August 28, 2007: That Ain't Right DVD Release

On August 28, 2007, Bob Saget's HBO comedy special, "That Ain't Right", was released on DVD, dedicated to his father.

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January 4, 2008: Caricature Unveiled at Sardi's Restaurant

On January 4, 2008, Bob Saget's caricature was unveiled at Sardi's Restaurant.

2008: End of 1 vs. 100

In 2008, Bob Saget concluded his role as host of the NBC game show "1 vs. 100".

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April 2009: Surviving Suburbia Debut

In April 2009, Bob Saget debuted in a new sitcom called "Surviving Suburbia" on ABC.

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2009: Return to AFV

In 2009, Bob Saget returned to "America's Funniest Home Videos" for the 20th-anniversary one-hour special.

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2010: Recurring Role in Entourage Ends

In 2010, Bob Saget concluded his recurring role in four episodes of the HBO TV series "Entourage".

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2010: Strange Days Series

In 2010, Bob Saget starred in the A&E series "Strange Days", documenting different lifestyles.

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March 31, 2014: How I Met Your Mother Finale

On March 31, 2014, the final episode of "How I Met Your Mother" aired, featuring Bob Saget's voice as the narrator.

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2014: Grammy Nomination

In 2014, Bob Saget's album "That's What I'm Talkin' About" was nominated for the Grammy Award for Best Comedy Album.

2014: Release of Dirty Daddy

In 2014, Bob Saget's book "Dirty Daddy" was released, covering his career, comedy influences, and life experiences.

Dirty Daddy: The Chronicles of a Family Man Turned Filthy Comedian
Dirty Daddy: The Chronicles of a Family Man Turned Filthy Comedian

2015: Appearance in Entourage Film

In 2015, Bob Saget appeared in the feature film based on the HBO series "Entourage".

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2015: Guest Starred in Grandfathered

In 2015, Bob Saget guest-starred in an episode of "Grandfathered", starring John Stamos.

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2016: Guest Starred in Grandfathered

In 2016, Bob Saget guest-starred in an episode of "Grandfathered", starring John Stamos.

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2016: Reprisal of Danny Tanner in Fuller House

In 2016, Bob Saget reprised his role as Danny Tanner for the sequel series, "Fuller House".

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2016: Fuller House Premiere

In 2016, Bob Saget reprised his role as Danny Tanner in "Fuller House", the sequel to "Full House".

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2017: Release of Bob Saget: Zero to Sixty

In 2017, Bob Saget released another stand-up special, "Bob Saget: Zero to Sixty".

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2018: Marriage to Kelly Rizzo

In 2018, Bob Saget married television presenter Kelly Rizzo.

2019: Host of Videos After Dark

In 2019, Bob Saget was announced as the host of ABC's "Videos After Dark".

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2020: Competed in The Masked Singer

In 2020, Bob Saget competed in season four of "The Masked Singer" as "Squiggly Monster".

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2020: Final Appearance in Fuller House

In 2020, Bob Saget made his final appearance as Danny Tanner in "Fuller House" series finale.

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2020: End of Fuller House

In 2020, Bob Saget played his final appearance in "Fuller House" as Danny Tanner when the sequel series concluded.

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2021: AFV Tribute

In 2021, following Bob Saget's death, clips of Saget hosting "America's Funniest Home Videos" were run from January 16 to the end of the 2021–22 season as a tribute.

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January 9, 2022: Bob Saget's Death

On January 9, 2022, Bob Saget passed away. He was known for his roles in Full House and How I Met Your Mother, as well as being the host of America's Funniest Home Videos.

January 13, 2022: Donations to Scleroderma Research Foundation

On January 13, 2022, it was reported that the Scleroderma Research Foundation received over $90,000 in donations from over 1,500 donors, following Bob Saget's death. Additionally, a $1.5 million grant was awarded to the charity.

January 31, 2022: Final Episode of Bob Saget's Here for You Released

On January 31, 2022, the 130th and final episode of Bob Saget's podcast, "Bob Saget's Here for You", was released posthumously.

June 5, 2022: Appearance on Welcome Home Nikki Glaser?

On June 5, 2022, Bob Saget made an appearance on Nikki Glaser's E! series "Welcome Home Nikki Glaser?" in an episode that aired.

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June 10, 2022: Release of Dirty Daddy: The Bob Saget Tribute

On June 10, 2022, "Dirty Daddy: The Bob Saget Tribute", filmed by Mike Binder at The Comedy Store, was released on Netflix.

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2022: Death

In 2022, Bob Saget passed away, while married to Kelly Rizzo.