Was one of Spencer Tracy's last visitors before his death. Watson and "Uncle
Spence" had become friends while filming Boys Town (1938) together.
Inspired to become a Methodist minister in later years by Spencer Tracy's
Father Flanagan performance and Tracy's warm treatment of the boys on
the set of Boys Town (1938), of which Bobs was one.
Retires after 30 years as a Methodist minister. (June 1997)
'Bobs' is his real nickname, given by his father to distinguish him
from another actor named 'Bob Watson'.
Nicknamed the Cry Baby of Hollywood, as he could cry on cue.
Brother of actors Coy Watson, Delmar Watson, Billy Watson as well as other Watson
siblings who also appeared in films; there were six boys and three
girls.
He and his older brother Coy Watson were both born on the same day
(November 16) eighteen years apart.