Bob Wilkins | |
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 Bob Wilkins in his iconic rocking chair | |
| Born | April 11, 1932 |
| Died | January 7, 2009 (aged 76) |
| Years active | 1963–1981 |
| Known for | Host of Creature Features television show |
Bob Wilkins (born Robert Gene Wilkins;[1] April 11, 1932 – January 7, 2009) was a television personality.[2]
Wilkins was the creator and host of the popular television show Creature Features that ran on KTVU in the San Francisco Bay Area from 1971 to 1984.
The programming on Creature Features featured science fiction and horror films, ranging from classics such as Bride of Frankenstein to B-grade obscurities like The Vulture.
Wilkins' wit was very dry; it fit very well with the outrageously awful horror films he hosted. His approach suggested an aficionado's taste for genre cinema. His trade marks were his droll humor, his omnipresent cigar, and sitting in his iconic rocking chair.[3][4]
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- ^ Berton, Justin (2008-01-09). "Bob Wilkins — host of 'Creature Features'". San Francisco Chronicle. Hearst Communications. Retrieved 2009-01-20.
- ^ Dávila, Robert D. (2008-01-10). "Obituary: 'Creature Features' host Bob Wilkins made scary movies fun". The Sacramento Bee. The McClatchy Company. Archived from the original on November 20, 2009. Retrieved 2009-01-20.
- ^ Craig, Pat (January 9, 2009). "Obit: Bob Wilkins, former 'Creature Features' host". East Bay Times.