Bob Uecker
Biography
Bob Uecker was an American baseball catcher and broadcaster known for his self-deprecating humor and his long run as the Milwaukee Brewers' radio voice. Born and raised in Milwaukee, he began his professional career with the Milwaukee Braves in 1956 and reached the majors in 1962. As a backup catcher through 1967, he played for the Braves, St. Louis Cardinals, and Philadelphia Phillies and was part of the Cardinals' 1964 World Series champions. After retiring he moved to broadcasting, joining the Brewers in 1971. His wit made him a frequent guest on The Tonight Show, and he hosted sports blooper programs. On screen he played George Owens on Mr. Belvedere and Harry Doyle in Major League (1989) and its two sequels, with a cameo as himself in Fatal Instinct (1993). The National Baseball Hall of Fame honored him with the 2003 Ford C. Frick Award.
90years old at death
- Born Milwaukee
- Died Menomonee Falls
- Star sign: AquariusThe sign runs January 20 to February 18
- Robert George Uecker (birth name)
Movie Career
- Films
- 6
- Career span
- 29 years1989 to 2018
First and latest
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Big break
Bob Uecker got the role of Harry Doyle in the Major League films not because of his baseball broadcasting but because of his Miller Lite commercials.
A first
Before the 2021 season, Uecker had never put his name on a written contract with the Brewers for play-by-play work. Instead, he agreed to the job through handshake deals with team owners Bud Selig or Mark Attanasio.
Beyond film
Uecker appeared as the ring announcer for the main event of WrestleMania III in 1987 and returned at WrestleMania IV in 1988 as a ringside announcer and backstage interviewer.
Beyond film
On October 13, 1984, during the 10th season of Saturday Night Live, Uecker served as the host of the show.
Behind the award
In 2010, Uecker entered the Celebrity Wing of the WWE Hall of Fame. He was honored for appearing at WrestleMania III and WrestleMania IV.
Behind the award
In 2003 Uecker received the Ford C. Frick Award, which the Baseball Hall of Fame gives each year to a broadcaster for "major contributions to baseball". His funny, self-deprecating speech stood out at the ceremony.
Bob Uecker movies on Netflix
Best known for
The films on Netflix they are best known for, with the part played in each.
- Homeward Bound II: Lost in San Francisco1996 Adventure, Comedy, Familyas Trixie Ueckervoice
IMDb rating 5.918K votes
Most often with
David S. Ward directed two of these films. Three actors appear in three of them each. Pick a number on the chart or a name in the list to see the films they share.
Films together
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David S. WardDirector, 2 films, 1989 to 1994
All films by David S. Ward
Also two films together5 more actors
- Kevin CrowleyMajor League II (1994) and Major League (1989)
- Eric BruskotterMajor League: Back to the Minors (1998) and Major League II (1994)
- Margaret WhittonMajor League II (1994) and Major League (1989)
- Takaaki IshibashiMajor League: Back to the Minors (1998) and Major League II (1994)
- Bill LeffMajor League II (1994) and Major League (1989)
When several people share the same number of films, the ones with the most films on Netflix are in the chart.
Awards
One award and honor.
| Year | Award | Film | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other honors | |||
| 2010 | WWE Hall of Fame | Won | |
Online
Official profiles and reference pages.