Tom Bodett

Tom Bodett
Bodett on Brattleboro Community Television in 2013
Born	Thomas Edward Bodett (1955-02-23) February 23, 1955 (age 69) Champaign, Illinois, U.S.
Occupation(s)	Author, voice actor, radio host, columnist
Years active	1986–present
Website	Official site

Thomas Edward Bodett (/boʊˈdɛt/ boh-DET; born February 23, 1955) is an American author, voice actor, woodworker and radio personality, primarily as a host, correspondent and panelist for a number of shows that air on National Public Radio (NPR). Since 1986, he has been the spokesman for the motel chain Motel 6, ending commercials with the phrase, "I'm Tom Bodett for Motel 6, and we'll leave the light on for you."