Newhart played Professor Proton on the CBS sitcom The Big Bang Theory from 2013 to 2018, for which he received his first-ever career Emmy Award, for the Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series.

Wil Wheaton’s portrayal of Professor Proton was seen as both fun and informative, appealing to a new generation of viewers while also serving as a nostalgic nod to longtime fans of the character …

In 2013, Newhart started playing the recurring character Arthur Jeffries (stage name "Professor Proton") in "The Big Bang Theory". He was a scientist who decades ago served as the host of a science show …

Jul 22, 2024 · Bob Newhart was eager to work with The Big Bang Theory creator Chuck Lorre, but he had some stipulations for playing Professor Proton.

Jul 19, 2024 · Bob Newhart died aged 94, with younger fans best remembering him as Professor Proton in both Young Sheldon and The Big Bang Theory.

Arthur Jeffries, PhD was a scientist and former children’s television host known as Professor Proton, who would demonstrate scientific principles using everyday objects on his TV show. After his TV …

Bob Newhart's Emmy Award-winning performance as Arthur Jeffries, also known as Professor Proton, is truly unforgettable. His portrayal brought warmth, humor, and a sense of nostalgia to the ...

Jul 19, 2024 · After the passing of Bob Newhart, the Big Bang Theory and Young Sheldon cast have emotionally paid tribute to his beloved character Professor Proton.

May 22, 2022 · Bob Newhart features in 6 rib-tickling episodes of The Big Bang Theory as Professor Proton, the host of a children's science show that Sheldon and Leonard grew up on. The two of …

Jul 19, 2024 · In the shows, Newhart played Arthur Jeffries, Ph.D. — aka Professor Proton — a former children’s show host who inspired Sheldon and Leonard to become scientists and later was …