Bob McGrath, "Sesame Street" original, dies at 90

[BetteDavisEyes]

Bob McGrath, a ‘Sesame Street’ original, dies at 90

Beginning in the series pilot in 1969, he played the friendly neighbor Bob Johnson across five decades and 47 seasons.

www.nbcnews.com

Bob McGrath, an actor and recording artist who became a generational icon as one of the original human stars of “Sesame Street,” died Sunday. He was 90.

McGrath’s death was confirmed by his family members through a post on his Facebook page: “The McGrath family has some sad news to share. Our father Bob McGrath, passed away today. He died peacefully at home, surrounded by his family.”

Sesame Workshop shared a statement mourning the “beloved member of the Sesame Street family for over 50 years.”

“Bob embodied the melodies of Sesame Street like no one else, and his performances brought joy and wonder to generations of children around the world, whether teaching them the ABCs, the people in their neighborhood, or the simple joy of feeling music in their hearts,” reads Sesame Workshop’s statement. “A revered performer worldwide, Bob’s rich tenor filled airwaves and concert halls from Las Vegas to Saskatchewan to Tokyo many times over. We will be forever grateful for his many years of passionate creative contributions to Sesame Street and honored that he shared so much of his life with us.”...

 

[TootsieFootsie]

I just posted a thread, I didn't see this one was here. Anyway I reported myself.

Bob was a huge favourite of mine.

Rest in Peace, Bob and condolences to his family