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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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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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Walking the beat in Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood
Francois Clemmons played Officer Clemmons on "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood" for 25 years ... ROGERS: (As Mister Rogers) Do you have time to give a song to my friend and me? CLEMMONS: (As Officer ...