e refused and continued with his monthly show. His most famous were the Christmas Specials, which he did for seventeen years and ended each one with the song Silent Night. They were the # 1 rated shows for any given year. Bob hosted the academy awards fourteen times, but never was nominated. He did receive awards from the Academy: in 1941 a service award, in 1954 an honorary award, in 1961 a humanitarian award and a 1966 gold medal for unique and distinct service. Bob has also received over 1000 awards and citations for his unselfish humanitarian, civic and charity contributions. Bob has meet and performed for 11 different Presidents from Franklin D. Roosevelt to Bill Clinton and received some of his awards from them.The film narration and footage was excellent. The narrators facts along with footage from each phase of Bob Hopes career was well put together. The film had many clips of Bob performing, like with Lana Turner on his radio show and of Bob performing on an aircraft carrier with Bing Crosby. It showed how Bob Hope is a great part of American history. It also shows how a man came to the United States and with hard work was able to become one of the greatest entertainers of all time. " Bob Hope, himself has become an American institution. He is the warm spot in all Americans hearts." Les Brown Jr....
