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Matthew Thomas Robinson Jr. (January 1, 1937 – August 5, 2002) was an American actor, writer and television producer. Robinson was the first actor to portray the character of Gordon Robinson on the PBS children's TV program Sesame Street.
Matt Robinson was born on 1 January 1937 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. He was an actor, known for Sesame Street (1969), Amazing Grace (1974) and Captain Kangaroo (1955). He was married to Dolores Robinson. He died on 5 August 2002 in Los Angeles, California, USA.
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Matt Robinson (January 1, 1937 - August 5, 2002) was a writer, producer, and actor who originated the role of Gordon on Sesame Street, playing the part from 1969 to 1972. Robinson also created the character of Roosevelt Franklin, and performed Roosevelt's voice.
Matt Robinson was a television writer, producer, and actor who created the character of Gordon on Sesame Street and wrote for The Cosby Show. He also wrote several films and documentaries, and advocated for children's education and multiculturalism.
May 10, 2021 · Adapted from the book by Michael Davis, the documentary focuses on the experiences of Matt Robinson, a Black actor and activist who originated the role of longtime Sesame Street character,...
Aug 7, 2002 · Matt Robinson. Actor known as Gordon on 'Sesame Street'. By Variety Staff. Matthew Thomas “Matt” Robinson Jr., the actor beloved as the first to play kindly neighbor Gordon on children’s TV ...
Matthew Thomas Robinson Jr. (January 1, 1937 – August 5, 2002) was an American actor, writer and television producer. Robinson was the first actor to portray the character of Gordon Robinson on the PBS children's TV program Sesame Street.
