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His appearance today

posted 12 years ago by FaithfultotheEnd
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The pic of him in this Website (on his profile page) sure makes him look much older (and heavier) than ever before. Yes, he is almost 57 but he looks about 40 lbs. heavier than when he made films in the 1970's. He does look good for his age, nevertheless. If he would shorten his hair length and do away with any facial hair he'd look better, IMHO. His voice has always been raspy sounding. Does he speak that way on purpose? It's like he's trying to force his voice to speak at the lowest pitch and in a whisper - very much like an actor named Stephen Segal? (the action film actor who uses martial arts).

[–] gingasnaps 12 years ago

Robby's voice is deep, but he does have a scratchy sound to it. He's had it his whole life if you watch his movies and interviews. Robby is extremely healthy for his age, but considering he's had 4 open heart surgeries, his weight would probably fluctuate between recuperation and taking medicines. I met him in person around the time he took the photo you see on this site, he looked terrific. (2007) Less than a year later his hair was short and he was much thinner and it didn't suit him anymore, to me that made him appear older.

His most recent looks:

http://www.robbybensonscrapbook.com/apps/blog/show/20798821-robby-on-good-day-l-a-

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[–] FaithfultotheEnd 12 years ago

Thank you!

[–] gingasnaps 12 years ago

You're welcome. That link I gave you came from my website for him. :)

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[–] indialm 11 years ago

I have been watching him since the 70's and I think he's looking great no matter how long his hair or if he has a beard. But I don't judge people based on their looks, because I am not anyone who should judge anyone. But I guess there are others in the world who are God and do get to?

[–] lorac61469 11 years ago

I too have been watching him since the 70's and I think looks even better now!! Quite handsome.

[–] mazlowe 11 years ago

I agree; he looks great in his profile pic. I never found him appealing in his youth.

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