QUIZ: Can You Name These Iconic Comedy Legends?

Who somehow turned polite nervousness into comedy gold?

Retry Correct Incorrect Although it’s hard to imagine how Bob Newhart’s performance style would be entertaining in theory, his intimate, conversational style and subtly engaging storytelling worked well with his dry, meek delivery.

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Who somehow turned polite nervousness into comedy gold?

• Joe Pera
• Paul Merton
• Bob Newhart
• Jimmy Carr