 Jerry Digny, Newhart's publicist, says the actor died in Los Angeles after a series of short illnesses. The accountant-turned-comedian gained fame with the Smash album and became one of the most popular TV stars of his time. Newhart was a Chicago psychologist in the Bob Newhart Show in the 70s. The boatload of turkeys you sent us over here last November? They're still here, Walt. Yeah, they're walking all over London. See, that isn't a holiday over here, Walt. Just in America.