Bob Barker’s Final Days Revealed: His Partner Nancy Checked with Nurses Every Day & Stayed with Him until the End
- Bob Barker’s longtime partner, Nancy Burnet, revealed how she cared for the late star until his last day alive.
- Burnet shared how she felt about losing her longtime partner.
- Barker was going to celebrate a significant achievement at the end of 2023.
Nancy Burnet, Bob Barker’s longtime partner, opened up about the last days she shared with him not long after his death. She revealed that their romantic relationship had evolved into a friendship in his final days alive.
Burnet had the best nurses and caregivers in Los Angeles for the television show host. Despite his death, Barker’s doctors were surprised by how sturdy and healthy he was towards the end of his life.
The star’s partner said, “Even in his final stages, he wasn’t that gaunt.” Burnet revealed how she stayed in contact with the celebrity’s caregiver nurses “every day, all day,” and at night, they ensured to check in with her, and if an issue arose, she’d talk to them until late.
“The Price Is Right” star’s partner confessed how it was a pleasure for her to ensure he was well cared for. The celebrity’s caregivers sent Burnet videos that allowed her to check in on him daily, and she also spoke to them on the phone.
Bob Barker and Nancy Burnet after a hearing on the “Captive Elephant Accident Prevention Act of 1999” on Capitol Hill, June 13, 2000, in Washington | Source: Getty Images
Burnet was strong enough to discuss how she felt about losing her longtime partner soon after his passing. The last time Barker was photographed was when he was seen at home a few years ago.
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Burnet, who dated Barker for over 40 years, opened up about how she felt after losing him. She confessed that she was proud of their work exposing how animals are poorly treated in the entertainment industry.
Bob Barker and Nancy Burnet at the Animal Defenders International Gala on October 13, 2012, in Hollywood, California | Source: Getty Images
The “Truth or Consequences” star and his long-term partner also advocated for exploited and abused animals in the US and worldwide. In 1987, Burnet even founded United Activists for Animal Rights to emphasize her activism, adding:
“We were great friends over these 40 years. He will be missed.”
PAWS co-founder Ed Stewart with Bob Barker and Nancy Burnet during a news conference on October 21, 2013 | Source: Getty Images
The last time Barker was photographed was on February 26, 2021, when he was seen sunbathing outside of his home in a wheelchair while his medical staff waited on him. At the time, the television personality was dressed in a red T-shirt, a plaid jacket, gray sweatpants, and black sneakers.
He always brought awareness by urging them to neuter or spay their pets.
His death occurred months before he celebrated a significant milestone. Barker’s legacy would continue through the work he and Burnet did and how he emphasized this in signing off from his fan-favorite show.
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Barker passed on four months before celebrating his 100th birthday in December 2023. In December 2022, the television show host celebrated turning 99 with a small and private birthday party.
Bob Barker and Nancy Burnet at the Animal Defenders International Gala on October 13, 2012, in Hollywood, California | Source: Getty Images
The private star’s partner noted how he’d lived simply and quietly, with no extravagance. Burnet believed her longtime partner’s legacy lives on through his work with animal adoption and care.
It would also remain through his “The Price Is Right” signoff, where he reminded audiences and viewers to assist in controlling the pet population. He always brought awareness by urging them to neuter or spay their pets.
Barker’s partner believed many people either appreciated him, enjoyed his work, or his efforts with animals. Burnet said the late star knew how he was appreciated and was always grateful.
