Bob Hope Classic

Bob Hope, who passed away in 2003 at the age of 100, will long be remembered for his wit, humor and service to the USO. He will also be remembered for the Bob Hope Classic, a golf tournament named for him since 1965. The Bob Hope Classic is held each January in Palm Springs, California and is part of the PGA Tour. Besides Pro Golfers, there are also a “celebrity” golfers. The first tournament was one by Arnold Palmer with a total of 22 under par! The event takes place over five days. Four of these days include celebrities.

In 1995, Bill Clinton, George H.W. Bush, Gerald Ford, Bob Hope and Scott Hoch (defending pro champion) teed up for the opening round.

Besides the game of golf, money is raised for local charities. There are also exhibits featuring advertisers such as Ping Golf, Taylor Made and Nike and a host of others.