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How ‘Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood’ Introduced the ‘First Lady of Children’s Music’ to a Large National Audience
When musician Ella Jenkins appeared on the show, she brought Black diasporic music and her signature songs to televisions ...
Mister Rogers Aired a Special Episode in 1981. How the Child Who Starred Then Is Honored with a New Character Now (Exclusive)
How a 1981 episode of 'Mister Rogers' Neighborhood' opened kids' eyes to one boy's story — and now inspires a new character ...
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How Did Mr. Rogers Really Feel About Eddie Murphy's Famous SNL Sketch 'Mr. Robinson's Neighborhood’?
Fred Rogers of Mister Rogers' Neighborhood was truly one of the friendliest ... Among the bunch has been Saturday Night Live’s Mr. Robinson, created by Eddie Murphy. The Mister Rogers' star ...
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Walking the beat in Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood
Francois Clemmons played Officer Clemmons on "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood" for 25 years. He was the first African American actor to have a recurring role on a kids TV series. Clemmons recalled ...
New ‘Donkey Hodie’ Character Is Helping Disabled Kids ‘Feel Seen and Celebrated'
Jeff is named in honor of Jeff Erlanger, a young guest who appeared on Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood in 1981. In the touching ...