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".
1987: Cast in Full House
In early 1987, Bob Saget was cast as Danny Tanner in "Full House".
1989: Host of America's Funniest Home Videos
In 1989, Bob Saget began hosting "America's Funniest Home Videos".
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.
1996: Directed For Hope
In 1996, Bob Saget directed the ABC television film "For Hope", inspired by his sister's life.
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".
1997: Departure from AFV
In 1997, Bob Saget left his role as the host of "America's Funniest Home Videos".
1998: Directed Dirty Work
In 1998, Bob Saget directed his first feature film, "Dirty Work", starring Norm Macdonald and Artie Lange.
October 5, 2001: Raising Dad Premiere
On October 5, 2001, Bob Saget starred in "Raising Dad" on The WB.
May 10, 2002: Raising Dad Finale
On May 10, 2002, the final episode of "Raising Dad" aired, starring Bob Saget.
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".
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".
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".
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".
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.
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".
April 2009: Surviving Suburbia Debut
In April 2009, Bob Saget debuted in a new sitcom called "Surviving Suburbia" on ABC.
2009: Return to AFV
In 2009, Bob Saget returned to "America's Funniest Home Videos" for the 20th-anniversary one-hour special.
2010: Recurring Role in Entourage Ends
In 2010, Bob Saget concluded his recurring role in four episodes of the HBO TV series "Entourage".
2010: Strange Days Series
In 2010, Bob Saget starred in the A&E series "Strange Days", documenting different lifestyles.
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.
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.
2015: Appearance in Entourage Film
In 2015, Bob Saget appeared in the feature film based on the HBO series "Entourage".
2015: Guest Starred in Grandfathered
In 2015, Bob Saget guest-starred in an episode of "Grandfathered", starring John Stamos.
2016: Guest Starred in Grandfathered
In 2016, Bob Saget guest-starred in an episode of "Grandfathered", starring John Stamos.
2016: Reprisal of Danny Tanner in Fuller House
In 2016, Bob Saget reprised his role as Danny Tanner for the sequel series, "Fuller House".
2016: Fuller House Premiere
In 2016, Bob Saget reprised his role as Danny Tanner in "Fuller House", the sequel to "Full House".
2017: Release of Bob Saget: Zero to Sixty
In 2017, Bob Saget released another stand-up special, "Bob Saget: Zero to Sixty".
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".
2020: Competed in The Masked Singer
In 2020, Bob Saget competed in season four of "The Masked Singer" as "Squiggly Monster".
2020: Final Appearance in Fuller House
In 2020, Bob Saget made his final appearance as Danny Tanner in "Fuller House" series finale.
2020: End of Fuller House
In 2020, Bob Saget played his final appearance in "Fuller House" as Danny Tanner when the sequel series concluded.
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.
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.
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.
2022: Death
In 2022, Bob Saget passed away, while married to Kelly Rizzo.
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