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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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Walking the beat in Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood
Francois Clemmons played the role of Officer Clemmons on the beloved children's program "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood." Clemmons joined the cast of the show in 1968, becoming the first Black actor to ...
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Yes, You Can Literally Visit the Neighborhood of Make-Believe From ‘Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood’
If you’re one of the millions of Americans who grew up with Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood, you probably know that Fred Rogers’ ...
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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
In 1966, Mister Rogers secured his own show, Mister Rogers' Neighborhood ... played by Black actor François Clemmons, soaked their feet together in a kiddie pool. It was a simple gesture ...
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Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood Lands First Digital Sponsorship
for a six-month digital sponsorship for Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood. The new digital sponsorship, a first for the series, features MHS banners and a 15-second pre-roll video on all Mister Rogers ...