A well-known comedian and actor has died.

Bob Newhart passed away yesterday, according to his Publicist.

Newhart launched his career in the 1950s as a standup comedian but moved on to further stardom in two sitcoms in the 70s and 80s, and most recently in Young Sheldon and The Big Bang Theory.

He also appeared in numerous movies including Legally Blonde 2 and Elf.

He was 94.