Robert Larue Stewart facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Robert "Uncle Bob" Stewart
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| Born |
Robert La Rue Stewart
November 19, 1918 |
| Died | April 6, 2006 (aged 87) Phoenix, Arizona, United States
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| Resting place | Loyola Memorial Park, Philippines |
| Nationality | American |
| Known for | Founder of GMA Network, Philippines |
| Style | Television show host |
| Television | The News with Uncle Bob (1961) Uncle Bob's Lucky 7 Club (1960s-1970s) The Maestro and Uncle Bob (1978) The Bob Stewart Show Uncle Bob & Friends |
| Spouse(s) | Loreto Feliciano |
Robert La Rue Stewart (November 19, 1918 – April 6, 2006) was an American businessman and TV personality. He was famously known in the Philippines as "Uncle Bob". He became a very important person in Philippine television history. He is best known for starting the GMA Network, one of the biggest TV channels in the Philippines.
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Uncle Bob's Journey to the Philippines
From War Reporter to New Home
Robert Stewart first arrived in the Philippines in 1943. He came as a war correspondent for a news agency called United Press. His job was to report on the events of World War II.
During his time there, he grew to love the country and its people. After the war ended, instead of going back home, he made a big decision. He chose to stay and make the Philippines his new home.
Building a Family in His New Home
In 1948, Robert Stewart met Loreto Feliciano. She was a widow from Pampanga, a province in the Philippines, and had three children. They fell in love and got married the very next year. This showed his deep connection to the Philippines.
Starting a TV Network
The Birth of GMA Network
Uncle Bob had a big dream: to create a television network. This dream came true when he founded the GMA Network. It started as a radio station and later became a major TV channel. GMA Network is now one of the leading media companies in the Philippines.
He worked hard to build this network from the ground up. His vision helped bring news and entertainment to millions of Filipino homes. It was a huge step for television in the country.
Uncle Bob, the TV Star
Besides being a founder and producer, Uncle Bob also became a beloved TV personality himself. He hosted several popular shows that many Filipinos remember fondly.
- The News with Uncle Bob (1961) was a news program.
- Uncle Bob's Lucky 7 Club (1960s-1970s) was a show that entertained many children.
- He also hosted The Maestro and Uncle Bob (1978), The Bob Stewart Show, and Uncle Bob & Friends.
These shows made him a familiar and trusted face in Filipino households. He was known for his kind and friendly personality.
Uncle Bob's Lasting Impact
Robert "Uncle Bob" Stewart passed away on April 6, 2006, in Phoenix, Arizona. He left behind a great legacy in the Philippines. He is remembered as a pioneer in Philippine broadcasting. His work helped shape the television industry in the country.
His dedication to the Philippines and his vision for media created a lasting impact. He will always be known as the "Uncle Bob" who brought news and joy to generations of Filipinos.
