Suzanne Pleshette was an American actress. Pleshette was known for her roles in theatre, film, and television. She received nominations for three Emmy Awards and two Golden Globe Awards. For her role as Emily Hartley on the CBS sitcom The Bob Newhart Show (1972–1978) she received two nominations for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series.
Pleshette in 1969
Publicity photo of Pleshette from the television program The Contenders c. 1963
(L to R): Bill Daily, Bob Newhart, Marcia Wallace, Pleshette, and Peter Bonerz in The Bob Newhart Show
The Bob Newhart Show is an American sitcom television series produced by MTM Enterprises that aired on CBS from September 16, 1972, to April 1, 1978, with a total of 142 half-hour episodes over six seasons. Comedian Bob Newhart portrays a psychologist whose interactions with his wife, friends, patients, and colleagues lead to humorous situations and dialogue. The show was filmed before a live audience.
The Bob Newhart Show
Standing, from left: Howard Borden, Carol Kester, Jerry Robinson; seated: Bob and Emily Hartley
Emily listens to Howard in the Hartleys' apartment.
Bob (right) congratulates Carol and Larry Bondurant on their marriage.