Bob McGrath, one of the last original cast members on “Sesame Street,” died Sunday. He was 90.
McGrath died “in his home in New Jersey on the morning of December 4th,” McGrath’s daughter Cathlin confirmed to Fox News Digital. She said he died from complications after a stroke.
“We met death the way our dad lived his life, singing with love in our hearts,” she said. Cathlin McGrath said the family is thankful for all the “beautiful notes and emails” they’ve been receiving.
She said it is a “testament to the power of music and the arts!”
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Bob McGrath, an original “Sesame Street” star, died at the age of 90.
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Bob is survived by wife Ann, “his five children and eight grandchildren,” Cathlin said.
“Hello Facebook friends, the McGrath family has some sad news to share,” a post shared on his personal account said.
“Our father Bob McGrath, passed away today. He died peacefully at home, surrounded by his family.”
No further details surrounding his death were currently made available.
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His first episode debut was in the 1969 pilot, which began 47 seasons of work on the educational show.
Bob McGrath attended the 11th Annual Sesame Street Workshop Benefit Gala in 2013 with a few of his favorite co-stars.
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McGrath wrapped his last episode, titled “Having a Ball,” in 2017.
He didn’t limit himself to television, though, and McGrath found success on the silver screen with roles in “Follow that Bird” and “3:10 to Yuma.”
Bob was also known for his voice, and sang on many “Sesame Street” soundtracks, including the songs “People in Your Neighborhood,” “Sing a Song,” and “If You’re Happy And You Know It.”
