The entertainment world was plunged into mourning yesterday with the devastating news that Bob Newhart, the cherished actor who played Professor Proton in both "The Big Bang Theory" and "Young Sheldon," had passed away. Newhart's portrayal of the quirky TV scientist left an indelible mark on fans and colleagues alike, appearing in nine episodes between 2013 and 2020.
Professor Proton's real name was Arthur Jeffries, who hosted an educational science show for children that both Sheldon and Leonard religiously watched whilst growing up.
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