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Ernest Arthur Coombs, CM (November 26, 1927 – September 18, 2001) was an American-Canadian children's entertainer who starred in the Canadian television series Mr. Dressup (1967–1996). His career began as an assistant puppeteer to Fred Rogers, joining him in Canada when his employer was invited to produce a variant of his local Pittsburgh ...
Sep 12, 2023 · Fred Penner remembers the emotional moment he sang with Ernie Coombs, aka Mr. Dressup, who lost his wife in a tragic accident. The documentary Mr. Dressup: The Magic of Make-Believe explores Coombs's life and career as a Canadian children's entertainer.
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- Melody Lau
Sep 18, 2001 · The Canadian children's TV icon passed away in 2001 at age 73. He was known for his kindly character, simple crafts, sing-alongs and trips to the \"tickle trunk\".
Oct 9, 2023 · Learn how Ernie Coombs, the Canadian children's entertainer behind Mr. Dressup, became a mentor and friend of Fred Rogers, and how he influenced generations of viewers with his kindness and creativity. Watch the documentary on Prime Video starting Oct. 10.
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Mr. Dressup is a Canadian children's television series, starring Ernie Coombs, a former understudy of Fred Rogers, in the title role. It ran on CBC from 1967 to 1996, soon becoming an iconic presence in Canadian media.
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Oct 11, 2023 · Robert McCallum, the filmmaker behind Mr. Dressup: The Magic of Make-Believe, talks about the life and work of the beloved children's TV personality. He explores how Mr. Dressup taught kids to be bored, kind and respectful, and how he influenced Fred Rogers and Canadian culture.
Ernie Coombs was a puppeteer and actor who created Mr. Dressup, a popular children's show on CBC. He also worked with Fred Rogers and recorded children's records based on his character.
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