Bob Izumi
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Bob Izumi (born May 2, 1958) is a Canadian professional angler, and the host of Bob Izumi's Real Fishing Show.[1] He is most known for his success in bass fishing, and was awarded angler of the year in 2004.
[edit] Personal life
Bob Izumi grew up in a family of several children, son of Joe Izumi. Bob grew up in a small town called Blenheim, Ontario (often referred to as "The Heart of the Golden Acres" and the "Centre of the Universe") in SouthWest Ontario. His father initiated the first Canadian bass tournament, hence Bob had been exposed to fishing since an early stage in life. His brother, Wayne Izumi, is also a professional angler, and Bob and Wayne won Angling Team of the Year in 2004. Bob has a wife and two children. His niece Mariko Izumi hosted her own WFN internet show, the 5 cast;[2] as well as, her own show on WFN called Hookin Up With Mariko Izumi, now in its second season.
[edit] Real Fishing Show
At a family picnic, a family member brought up the possibility of Bob starting a fishing television show. Bob had been hired to do seminars before that time, and the thought of a television show intriged him. He filmed a pilot episode, and the show was soon picked up by various networks in 1983. The show is still produced and runs on many networks, including WFN and CHEX-TV.
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