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Bob Uecker

Acting
89 years oldMilwaukee, Wisconsin, USA

Biography

Bob Uecker's first career was professional baseball. He played six seasons in the majors (1962-1967), playing catcher for three different National League teams: Braves (Milwaukee, WI, and Atlanta, GA), Cardinals (St. Louis, MO), and Phillies (Philadelphia, PA). His batting, never stellar, declined steadily over his career: he finished with a .200 lifetime average. He wrote a humorous autobiography entitled "Catcher in the Wry". He appeared in a popular series of Lite beer commercials before landing his first movie role.

Personal Details

Born
January 26, 1935 - January 16, 2025 (age 89)
Gender
Male
Place of Birth
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
Known For
Acting