Even Bob Newhart noticed the resemblance with referee at national-title game
If you thought the referee at Monday night’s college football championship game between Ohio State and Oregon looked familiar, you’re not alone.
Referee Greg Burks looks a lot like Bob Newhart.
Even Newhart tweeted about it:
In regards to my new career as head ref for #OSUvsORE - Hey, I don't have a series any more - I had to do something. #OSUvsORE
— Bob Newhart (@BobNewhart) January 13, 2015Here are some other
It's Bob Newhart you guys! pic.twitter.com/se4e2rXEhn
— Andrea O (@_TStormLady) January 13, 2015Greg Burks or Papa Elf? pic.twitter.com/2KMsadJimZ
— Jesse Beirwagen (@j_beirswaggen) January 13, 2015Bob Newhart calling the National Championship game tonight!! Jack of all trades!! pic.twitter.com/BI6aYAVBLB
— Royce Brodie (@CoachBrodie) January 13, 2015I see Bob Newhart is the referee for tonight's game. Can't wait for the penalty explanations #OREvsOSU #CFBPlayoff pic.twitter.com/3621GJzwoE
— Pete Stopulos (@PStop) January 13, 2015“@tweetgrubes: This ref kinda looks like Bob Newhart.” ... Here are the other members of tonight's officiating crew pic.twitter.com/jf0blVGfpI
— Troy Hughes™ (@TommySledge) January 13, 2015To reach Pete Grathoff, call 816-234-4330 or send email to pgrathoff@kcstar.com.
This story was originally published January 12, 2015 at 9:15 PM.