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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 ...
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The True Story Of The Time Mr. Rogers Sued The KKK
One of the most memorable episodes he did was in 1969, when Mr. Rogers and his guest star Officer Clemmons, played by Black actor François Clemmons, soaked their feet together in a kiddie pool.
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'I put my foot in the water and history was made': 'Mister Rogers' actor looks back on iconic scene
When François Clemmons signed up to play a police officer on the PBS program "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood" in 1969, he had no idea the impact it would have around the country. "I put my foot in ...