Reports of Bob Saget’s death were all over the news on 9th January 2022, when he was found dead in the Ritz Carlton in Orlando. Police officials investigating the scene revealed that the Full House actor was found lying face-up, without any signs of trauma or foul play. In addition to this, there were no traces of drugs found in his system. However, the investigation into Bob Saget’s death is still in process. Thus, not too much can be said with certainty yet.
What Was Bob Saget’s Cause of Death?
Saget was on an ‘I Don’t Do Negative Comedy‘ tour in Florida and was found unresponsive in his hotel room at Ritz-Carlton Orlando on Sunday, January 9, 2022. He was pronounced dead on the scene.
The Orange County Sheriff’s Office found no signs of drug use and foul play. The cause of death is being investigated. As per Joshua Stephany, the Chief Medical Examiner, the investigations may up to 10 to 12 weeks.
Authorities reported that the comedian was lying face-up on his bed with his left arm across his chest whereas his right arm lying beside him. The placement of his hand across his chest could be a sign that the cause of death was a heart attack. These are mere speculations. The authorities have yet to reveal the cause after further investigation.
Looking Back at Bob Saget’s Life and Achievements
Bob Saget was an American standup comedian, actor, and host. He was best known for his role as Danny Tanner on the hit comedy show Full House. In 2016, Netflix came out with Fuller House, an extended version of the original show.
Although Saget had a minor role in The Morning Program by CBS, his first major break was with Full House. The actor also landed a role as the host of the popular show ‘America’s Funniest Home Videos’. In addition to acting and hosting, Saget also ventured into directing. ABC’s movie For Hope, based on Saget’s sister’s death, was directed by Bob himself. Later, he served as the main narrator in hit sit-com How I Met Your Mother, and voiced lead character, Ted Mosby.
His 2014 memoir Dirty Daddy: The Chronicles of a Family Man Turned Filthy Comedian was New York Times’s bestseller. It recounts the comedian’s journey as a son of a butcher, walking readers through his early days as a stand-up comedian and then landing to the role in Full house and hosting America’s Funniest Home Videos.
Bob shared a heartfelt post on the passing of the golden girl, Betty White, which went viral. Little did we know this kind-hearted man would leave the world so soon.
Celebrity Tributes to Bog Segat
Following his death, many celebrities showed love and paid tribute to Saget. Many of his Full House costars honored him as well.
John Stamos
Jim Carrey
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Candance Cameron
I don’t know what to say 💔. I have no words. Bob was one of the best humans beings I’ve ever known in my life. I loved him so much.
— Candace Cameron Bure (@candacecbure) January 10, 2022
Andy Cohen
He had the biggest heart and wore it on his sleeve. He was so generous with his feelings. A mensch. #BobSaget
— Andy Cohen (@Andy) January 10, 2022
Kat Dennings
Who Was Bob Saget’s Wife?
In 1982, Saget married Sherri Kramer. The couple had three children from this marriage; Aubrey, Lara, and Melanie. However, after over 10 years of marriage, Saget and Kramer broke up and eventually divorced in 1997. Several years later, Bob met the host of Eat Travel Rock TV, Kelly Rizzo. The two got married in 2018. The couple was often seen walking around blissfully and enjoying meals together. However, just 4 years later, reports of Bob Saget’s death were all over the news. Here’s what his family reported to the media following this unfortunate incident.
“He was everything to us and we want you to know how much he loved his fans, performing live and bringing people from all walks of life together with laughter,” they said.
“Though we ask for privacy at this time, we invite you to join us in remembering the love and laughter that Bob brought to the world.”
What Was Bob Saget’s Net Worth?
Bob Saget ventured into several fields during his lifetime. He was part of directing, acting, and hosting. However, he earned most of his income from acting. The actor, also known as America’s Dad, starred in Full House for almost 10 years, from 1987 to 1995. His role earned him great popularity and fame. However, it may be surprising for fans that the show didn’t receive a positive response when it first came out. In fact, it wasn’t until the 90s’ that it started to gain momentum. A few years ago, it was also released on Hulu and then switched to HBO Max in 2021.
In the context of the show’s popularity, a large number of people wonder how much the actor earned. Bob Saget’s net worth isn’t specifically disclosed to the public but there’s a general understanding of how much he made. This judgment is often made when his former coworkers’ salaries are compared. According to reports by Washington Post, Mary-Kate and Ashley, who played Michelle on Full House, earned approximately $2400 for every episode. However, this sum kept changing as the show continued for years. The amount increased by significant amounts over the years.
