R.I.P. Fred Willard — Comedian Who Won A Daytime Emmy Award for His ‘B&B’ Role Was 86 Years Old Obituaries May 16, 2020 Fred Willard, who won a Daytime Emmy Award for his portrayal of John Forrester on “The Bold and the Beautiful,” has died. He was 86 years old.
Celebrated Comedian Visits ‘B&B’ as Eric Forrester’s Brother! News August 25, 2014 CBS’ dramatic series, “The Bold and the Beautiful,” may be getting a shot of comedic relief: Famous funnyman Fred Willard is heading to the sudser for a four-episode arc as the younger brother of Eric Forrester (John McCook)!