 Lou Dobbs, the veteran broadcaster who made his name on CNN and then Fox Business as an icon of financial news, has passed away at the age of 78. Great broadcaster. Comedian and sitcom legend Bob Newhart has died at the age of 94. Newhart passed away from natural causes following a series of short illnesses in his home in L.A. The comedian was surrounded by his family. The actor was known for his hit sitcom, The Bob Newhart Show, in the 70s.