Mr Rogers ... Cool Dude

My favorite interview in all my years reporting, when I got to profile a great and modest man for Nightline, in Summer of 2001. He inspired me, especially to recognize the privilege I've had to have a TV audience, and the responsibility that comes with that.

[@SaviorGabriel]

Mr. Rogers. The coolest cat around. They say not all heroes wear capes. Some of them wear sweaters.

[@RealTreyOlds]

SaviorGabriel and sneakers

[@rachelmckinney6967]

Indeed. He was surely one of a kind.

[@jlex1049]

Other superheroes make Mr. Rogers their superhero.

[@violettgln8205]

SaviorGabriel I love this well said

[@dalisman]

there are more of them now than before he graced us

[@aaronraines2310]

As an autistic boy in the 1980's I watched Mr rogers at my grandparents on a schedule. His show was the only one that I would actually sit through completely. I had to watch it and never miss it. It was part of my routine or I was not ok. I loved him and his show. I am 40 now. I still love him and the fact that he always liked me just the way I am.

[@maryceballos9846]

Aaron Raines God bless you Aaron.

[@aaronraines2310]

Mary Ceballos God bless you to Mary ☺

[@eefsss4603]

Second video of him that has comments about his effect on autistic people 💗. Autistic adult here didn’t watch him as a kid but in love with him right now

[@aaronraines2310]

Ee Fsss ☺hi Glad that you found Mr. Rogers! Even if you found him as an adult. I do not know if you have had the exact same struggles as me but you probably have with people making you feel like you are "weird" or "bad" or "not good enough" because of your autism in your life. But your not weird or bad and your good enough because your you. Only you can be you. Whether you saw that message from Mr. Rogers as a kid like me or as a adult like you are now its the same. And its true. ☺

[@RimWulf]

Same here. I watched him at my grandparents, my grandmother would turn Mister Rogers on in the morning to reassure us up.

[@RedWolfByZubairMuneer]

For those who disliked this video, Mr Rogers still likes you and thinks you’re special

[@Elitepear]

This is the sort of wholesome content Fred would approve of.

[@busterdog321]

this comment almost got me right after i had been gotten by the ending of the video.

[@TonyMartin3287]

For whoever disliked Mr. Rogers. This Marine would really like to disassemble each bone from your body one at a time. But knowing that those actions wouldn't be approved by Mr. Rogers, I will just say, I hope you can find whatever it is in life that would make you happy and not make your personality so sour towards a gentle, old school, loving individual who wanted nothing more than to help children who didn't have anyone to make them feel secure and could teach them things about life when the other adults in their life fail to be human.

[@joannabusinessaccount7293]

@@TonyMartin3287 Hey Tony, remember, Mr. Rogers would say, "I like you just the way you are!" Mr. Rogers is so gentle and he is so kind, and he is really wise. He said, the sages throughout the ages have essentially said the same thing: you don't set out to be rich or famous. You set out to be helpful. That is so meaningful. Who can argue with that in terms of ever lasting value? Bless you Tony!

[@TonyMartin3287]

@Joanna Business Account Thank you so much for taking the time to write this. I guard the pleasant things I hold in my mind because I don't have a whole lot of them, lol. The world is such a cold place anymore, and in my career choices I have gotten to witness the very worst of humanity and have seen the horror of reality in what a man can do to another man. My title doesn't exactly match the person I really am on the inside, and what little experience I have with learning to be calm, gentle, and caring is kept locked inside my heart and defended viciously. Mr. Rogers is for sure someone I hold dear, and I wish that we weren't running out of people who aren't hardened in their hearts and cold to their brother and fellow man. I've struggled a lot with the way I see the world and the way I'm forced to see the world, which are extremely opposite things for me. I'm a Christian father of two, married for 17 years, and at 35 years old, it bothers me to see how negative and hateful things are these days. I genuinely dread to think of the world that my children are inheriting. The world is not meant to be so dark and wicked, it honestly breaks my heart to see the shape that things are in everywhere. People have no idea how gruesome things are throughout the world, they think they know, but they don't, and you can trust me on that one. I don't exactly know how we let things get so bad, so fast, but I do know that I'm very disappointed. All people need to do is be kind to one another, but for some reason, people just don't get that. Such a simple thing to do. Every single hurt or dying child I see in this world, I see as my children, every adult, I see as my brother or sister, every older person, I see as my mother or father, and it's not so hard to care for people when you have that mode of thinking. I credit that way of thinking directly to my Savior, and a whole lot of lessons from my very dear friend Mr. Rogers, who spent more time with me than any other adult or friend throughout my entire childhood and explained how the world works and what it means to truly trust and care for each other and was the only adult in my life that made me feel safe and like everything was going to be OK when I didn't have anyone to take care of me and gave me hope when I would have to go to bed hungry and cold in the middle of winter alone at 7 or 8 years old. Mr. Rogers has been so very special to me and even though it might sound childish or strange, I love Mr. Rogers and always will, and anyone who speaks bad of him can catch the beating of a lifetime, but since Mr. Rogers taught me that using words are better than violence, I won't do any harm to them, lol. I'm kidding, but thank you again. I'm sorry for the extremely long comment here lol. I get a little carried away sometimes lol. God bless you. Speak to your creator and be safe out there.

[@tinagiordanella3212]

Why is it every time I watch something about Mr. Rogers I end up crying? There's just something about his aura that makes me feel emotional, like I am in awe that someone like him even existed and also still deeply saddened by his loss. I distinctly remember watching his program every day as a kid and being excited because I knew I was going to learn about something interesting. Funny thing is that Mr. Rogers devoted his entire life to all of his fans and he taught us all so many valuable lessons. Even though he did an episode on death, the one thing he was never able to teach us was how to live in a world without him...and we need him now more than ever. RIP neighbour

[@patriciagiles5833]

Same with me.

[@RPIXELN]

Same here.

[@L16htW4rr10r]

Be happy that you knew him before his death. I only know him today, and now I wish I would have know him sooner.

[@jrduke45]

You said it very well! I don't think it could be said better! Rip Mr Roger's! If I ever have kids I will definitely make sure they watch him. Thanks so much for your hospitality and knowledge Mr Roger's!!! Rip Sir!

[@geralyne9042]

Me too.

[@everyb0dych1llout]

What a role model. I have always respected Mister Rogers immensely. The older I get, the more I realize this is what a real man is.

[@jubalcalif9100]

I have a notion to second that emotion ! :-)

[@Julian-bq9qv]

YES- as we age and gain wisdom, we can better recognize the incredible gift that Mister Rogers gave to us all.

[@sciencefriction315]

Can you imagine what could be accomplished in this world if every single person had the same loving, kind spirit as Fred Rogers?

[@nonplayercharacter596]

His model was Christ

[@TonyMartin3287]

@Non Player Character absolutely, friend. God bless you for your comment. People seem to forget these days.

[@gandalfstormcrow2486]

​@@nonplayercharacter596 he was an ordained Presbyterian minister.🥲🥲🥲

[@dewhi100]

@@nonplayercharacter596 If more Christians would follow his example, that would be great.

[@raymondcroteau]

@@nonplayercharacter596 Only without the crucifixion and crown of thorns. Just oversight committees and other bureaucratic BS trying to make the Status Quo the only thing allowed. "You're special, just the way you are.", he told me as a youngster, when I was told, again and again, that I was so much worse than everyone else that I had to work ten times harder just to be their equal. I pity the most that his words were drowned out by the "Cult Of Mediocracy". Mr. Rogers would ask that we lift everyone up, no matter how big, how small. To accept each other as we are. Not to lessen ourselves to make us equal, not to demand more effort to match the average. Both, in their own way, dehumanizing.

[@albercl09]

I wish he was still alive today. This world needs Mr. Rogers now more than ever.

[@TheRootedWord]

We have always needed a Mr. Rogers. That's why we have Jesus, who now never dies. That is who Mr. Rogers looked up to.

[@loa81]

The Rooted Word That’s why Mr. Rogers was/is still here to show that wonderful unconditional love. Hello neighbor!

[@Marsh55116]

Be a Mr. Rogers and change your own neighborhood!! :)

[@scottmiller6495]

This world stinks now because of the young people who don't care about anything good or the past when things were great and wonderful and better than now! Mr. Rogers was a fabulous person and someone to be respected and admired by anyone who knew him or was touched by him Period!!!!!

[@gerryroberts662]

It sure does.

[@jmromero6381]

The world didn't deserve Mr. Rogers. But we got him anyway. Thank God.

[@geralyne9042]

Well said.

[@lenrat117]

No we did deserve him. We’re all capable of being like him. We just need to....I don’t know...just be empathetic and emotional. I’m a 23 year old British trans woman and mr Rogers is a new personality to me but all I know is that it doesn’t matter. We can all be good people and we can help others, that’s the power of Fred Rogers.

[@jannik2681]

He might be gone, but let's not be sad that it's over, but be happy that it happened. God just wanted a neighbour

[@Spikastru]

@Geralyn E Lets make the world just like Mr. Rogers would like it to be.

[@desratlinda8639]

@@Spikastru GREAT IDEA!

[@ginamiller6156]

I grew up without a mom and never felt loved, but I did feel loved from Mr. Rogers Thank you, Mr. Rogers for making me feel so special when no one else did

[@donttouchmysilver8202]

He deserves sainthood

[@TURK_182]

Don't Touch My Silver he seriously does, the patron saint of love, kindness and make believe. The internet needs to make this happen!

[@SLCtica]

Canonize this man!

[@BobPapadopoulos]

I asked a priest at my church why he hadn't been sainted once and he kinda laughed. I wasn't joking. If you can't assure me that arguably the most godly and humble public figure in the mass media age is in Heaven, what chance have the rest of us?

[@you_just]

Bob Papadopoulos luckily for the rest of us, salvation has nothing to do with works.

[@lotus_dream]

I think he need to be a saint for humanity, but has to be separate from the Catholic church, bc... well.. the church would ruin his purity

[@laurelcarsell3713]

My father (Gene Wenner) was working at WQED in Pittsburgh and at the end of the day (they were working on separate projects) and he ran into Mister Rogers and asked if he would speak with me on the phone because I watched him every day. Well...my dad called and put Mister Rogers on the phone. I remember standing in the kitchen holding the phone to my ear and looking up at the rotary phone. I was 4. Most amazing memory EVER. Thank you Mister Rogers.

[@avant-gardemarmalade7605]

Thank you so much for sharing this beautiful memory

[@drdesmo8489]

Wonderful memory, you were spoken to by a true Angel.

[@JustShimothy]

Bless your little cotton socks, I didnt know this man existed until this year but now I wish he was apart of my life. If only more people could resonate with his messages the world would be a safer place.

[@michaelkeller5927]

This made me cry really hard

[@a.m.thomas9366]

Do you remember what Mr. Rogers said ?

[@toweypat]

Being cool means doing your own thing. Thus, Mister Rogers was one of the coolest people ever.

[@kingofcarrotflowers326]

"When I was a little girl growing up there were many confusing messages. About white and black and who belonged where, but we knew we belonged with you."

[@hennpaul]

Yes, that's when I lost it.

[@loa81]

Amen neighbor!

[@roxxychik06]

😭😭😭

[@kirkcardoso6137]

😭

[@sol2544]

That quote is what moved me

[@1houroflove186]

A man like Mr. Rogers should've been _president_ . I'm not kidding.

[@loa81]

1hourOfLove Hello neighbor! Mr. Carter tried to be that president and continues to show unconditional love! I just watched him on Colbert. I hope it’s not too late for us! Thank you for being my neighbor!

[@michaelalguire419]

@@loa81 I was going to say the same thing.

[@yomama6916]

1hourOfLove Your so true!

[@michaelalguire419]

He would make a very nice dictator.

[@yomama6916]

Michael Alguire true!

[@Maxlump]

I am from Scotland, I recently discovered this man through the movie with Tom Hanks,ive looked at a lot of videos with him in them, I have to say that he is in my eyes the greatest American ive ever seen, so I googled the list of 100 greatest Americans and he is not mentioned, this is no surprise to me when I look at the people that we are taught as a society to look up to, the people that we aspire to be, do not have 1 millionth of this man's compassion or integrity.

[@ellenmarch3095]

As an American from Scottish descent, I agree, with the caveat that those lists are just those people congratulating themselves. The rest of us have our own lists. 😂❤

[@StingofTruth]

Mr rogers would say "it's okay I'm not on a list of the best because I'm special just for being me, and you are too. So don't feel bad because in my eyes you're an amazing person".

[@shannongnazzio6844]

Boy I couldn't agree more, if we boosted more like Mr. Rogers what a beautiful world it would be ❤🙏🏻

[@elizabethwitt2621]

I agree with you. He's right up their on my list of greatest people ever.

[@DavidNelsonM]

46 year old who watched growing up. I honestly don't cry and I joke allot. The memories and power in Mr Rogers really got me. Welcome to the family and it's never too late. ❤ What a great feeling

[@mooniejohnson]

It took me less than 9 seconds to start tearing up. There have been many pure souls who have walked this earth... Fred Rogers is one of them.

[@robertbachor9838]

I grew up in Pittsburgh and was lucky enough to go to WQED on a 4th grade field trip and meet Fred Rodgers he was a beautiful soul and a wonderful man RIP Mr Rodgers

[@peacebewithu9684]

It saddens my deeply to know I will never be as genuinely nice as this man was. I wish I could see the good in people but I usually always instantly notice the bad and it makes my world darker and distances me from most people.. 😔

[@louiscarrillo5873]

same here Floss. pure , swinging , joyful emotion. what a master communicator and genius.

[@elishareynolds782]

@@peacebewithu9684 Same here.

[@超虎生活]

@@peacebewithu9684 I understand how you feel, but you can be a better person and feel good about yourself. If you see someone who seems to need some help, stop, smile and kindly ask if they're in need of assistance. I've recently stopped a blind person who was about to walk into traffic and ended up walking her home, even though I was almost late to work. It just made me hungry to help more people and make them feel loved.

[@mountainguru529]

Mr, Rogers told me he was proud of me when no one else did ? Thank You Mr. Rogers .

[@cheylalynn7881]

I'm proud of you

[@mountainguru529]

@@cheylalynn7881 Thank you my precious friend . It planted the seed in me to tell every child they are special, loved and I am proud of them . Again Thank You , you are a treasure . Much love to you ~

[@teppi5119]

You two just made my day. Mr Rogers continues to be proud.

[@mountainguru529]

@@teppi5119 Bless you TEPPI, My precious friend . My parents gave me to my grandmother when I was small . She was very poor cooking on a wood stove and no television . I would run to my parents house in another neighborhood let myself in the basement window and watch Mr. Rogers before they came home from work . Then run back to my grandmas . Mr, Rodgers truly was my friend . I counsel children today and I feel Fred Rogers was my inspiration . Thank you for your kind words . I hope you have a wonderful day . Much love to you my friend .

[@lindsaysimplyliving803]

@@cheylalynn7881 And you should be proud of you too! (love you, Mr. Rogers!)

[@susiecolorado3821]

When I was younger I made fun of Mr. Rogers. I'm so ashamed of myself for that. What a wonderful, kind and loving man. I made sure my kid watched him. I've never seen anyone else like him.

[@asdfasdf7199]

i'm glad to hear you say that.

[@kacipalomino1037]

I feel confident that if Mister Rogers heard you say that, he would say that sometimes people say hurtful things because they’re afraid or unsure, and that it’s a beautiful gift to not be afraid anymore. Welcome to the neighborhood! ❤️

[@trumphatesyou]

Because nobody was like him.

[@dougimmel]

Thank you for sharing that honest thought. Precious

[@MichaelSmith-yg8mc]

Yeah, I know that watching this documentary makes you feel so sad for that. I am sad that I only watched the show SOMETIMES... This nice man, how can anyone ignore him?

[@jasonbrophy5567]

I was raised Catholic and I always thought Saints were BS, but this man is a Saint.

[@haleypierce6635]

Jason Brophy he was a saint on earth and now in heaven. Saint Fred M Rogers.

[@jonserkspawn7776]

Jason Brophy Agree with you 2000%

[@dannyevans9012]

Most definitely a true SAINT

[@yeshualawson]

Christ 20th century apostle

[@JaimeMesChiens]

I think Fred Rogers was a literal angel sent to us to show us what God’s love looks like in action.

[@markv3107]

To all the people watching in 2024, hello Neighbours...

[@k1productions87]

Hello Neighbor. Hope to see you, and other neighbors like you on Thanksgiving. I'll be sure to bring the tissues :3

[@theusher2893]

Hello neighbor, I love you

[@kpmautomotive4143]

Hello neighbor !

[@milfadjacent]

HELLO NEIGHBOR!

[@susanjames4562]

Hi there neighbors!

[@blkeclipsel2400]

Isn't it amazing how it all comes around full circle ? As child i thought this guy was amazing , as a teenager i thought I outgrew him, I saw him as "uncool" and stopped watching his shows. Now as an adult I've come back around and truly appreciate this man and all he has done. He never changed, he never sold out and he never followed trends to obtain ratings. The level of patience and perseverance this man possessed in such a society is uncanny

[@TofuTeo]

[@acurseofconstantobstacle5603]

When I was 19 I played a heavy metal band. We went on tour and a few days after he died we played at Ferris State University in Big Rapids Michigan. We had a song called Heroes Die that we always dedicated to a fallen or ill loved one. I dedicated that performance to Mr. Rogers and as I sang the intro I looked out and almost everyone had their head lowered. It was a beautiful moment that will follow me forever.

[@ameryouu8290]

Do you have those songs recorded?

[@samikirk05]

❤

[@acurseofconstantobstacle5603]

@@ameryouu8290 yes, but not available online. If I can find the master copy I'll put it on KZbin 😊

[@ClearCritique]

What a great idea for a band setlist. Good on you.

[@Utkarshn]

Beautiful 🥲❤️ thank you for sharing 🙏🏼

[@TheToneBender]

I love how he says "we". Refering to everyone who worked on the show and not just himself.

[@user-jx5iu7vk8i]

I heard that also. He was selfless. He should be running a nation... But we can make a difference by treating one another as he would.

[@travislee9396]

The man is the absolute epitome of cool. And he didn’t care. Most of my softer side as a father is because of this man. God bless you Mr. Rogers.

[@dongulio5539]

I’m 16 in 2019, with everything good in my life, going to the gym, good friends, and ok grades, and yet, watching Mister Rogers, a relic of the past, and I can’t help but...... cry of happiness what this man has done, high school sucks, I don’t feel very happy sometimes, but Mister Rogers really makes me feel that it’s a snappy good day in a friendly neighborhood

[@SavvyScribblin]

High School does suck. I know it doesn't feel like it now, but this time is only a small part of your life. Keep your head high and stay strong. You'll get through it, I believe in you! :)

[@wizardmix]

I grew up with Mister Rogers and am grateful he's still reaching people, I'm in tears as well. I remember 16 and exactly what I felt as you're feeling now in your own way. I think a good perspective to have is to imagine you as your 80 year old self. Get to know that person and imagine what they would advise you, your 16 year old self. Not far ahead of you is a very quick climb and if you're fortunate to survive all the stupid things you'll look back on and say "wow, I can't believe I survived all that," you might look in the mirror one day, faster than you'd ever think possible and see a much older person. You in 2044 you might see someone saying the same things you are now, calling something you grew up with a relic of the past and you'll laugh because you'll remember when you thought the year 2002 was ancient history. There's someone who was born in 2028 (a year you'll remember well) and here they are saying the same things you were. Hopefully, Mister Rogers will have a place in those years as well.

[@shaund5192]

as someone who grew up watching Mr Rogers in the 80s, i'm in my mid 30s now and i still watch these videos from time to time, especially when life gets rough. it's awesome to know that Fred Rogers is still having a positive effect on people even 15+ years after his passing

[@JGZ88]

ThatoneWar 1970 The greatest quality that Jehovah God has is love and I truly believe all humans, plus Mr. Rogers has that quality some time we just need that to be shown in our direction first. I hope you felt it from Fred Rogers and from many others.

[@kimberlybethgrentz6707]

Isn't it amazing the impact you can still have!? Thanks for sharing your experience :-) I am a 39-year-old early childhood educator in 2020 and he brings tears to my eyes every time I listen to an interview. I do feel like he can I carry him in my heart everyday - if only more people referenced his influence when they make big decisions. Don't ever forget, ThatoneWar 1970 🙏♥️

[@jawkneekat]

I'm a life-long atheist and yet here I am, shedding tears after watching this interview of this wonderful ordained minister. We will probably never see the likes of such a genuine caring man like Fred Rogers ever again. How will we ever get back to a place where avarice and fear don't control our governments or our hearts? We've constructed a world where we no longer speak kindly to each other, that sees us as consumers instead of neighbors willing to help each other and celebrate our differences. The loss of Fred Rogers is symbolic of so much more than just one man. I hope we can find our way to a better place one day.

[@LeaFsinger74]

I left my faith, but I agree. Fred Rogers is an exemplary human being, and never mentioned (that I recall) any particular faith in the show. Just kindness. Just love.

[@balloonman8796]

I'm an atheist too, but I believe that we will get another person like Fred Rogers someday. If not it's up to you and I to be like him. Despite my atheistic beliefs, I am not against other religions or political beliefs and when I find someone who has troubling ideas or beliefs I try to treat them with kindness and compassion because I see that as the key to making the world a better place. I couldn't be more happy about all the differences we have, it makes life more interesting.

[@james_fisch]

I'm an atheist as well, and have had times where my anger about my previous beliefs ruined the chance of being kind to people, and many use religion as a weapon against others with differing beliefs. This is however not in the case of Fred Rogers, a Presbyterian minister, who preached love to young and old, black and white, religious or not, without being overbearing on his beliefs. There's a man like that who is the chaplain at my Alma mater, and while I was atheist still during his sermons, the genuine love he offered to his neighbors be it at college, or in another country, reminded me much of Fred wanted us to be: ourselves, continuing that kindness and remembering that we were kids too.

[@dmangelsm1188]

Man, if you can get to know the one that Fred Rogers molded his life after! Mr. Rogers, in all his awesomeness was only a pale imitation & would be the first to admit it :)

[@loa81]

ephiebearTV I wanted to press like over and over!

[@dizzymay61]

I was born in 2005 and grew up in New Zealand now im crying like this guy was my childhood. He's one of the kindest most caring people ever.

[@keanusabine6335]

@@kiritawhai7488 "like this guy was" not that he was, but as if he was. The commenter got enthralled by Mr Rogers as if he'd have grown up knowing him.

[@coyotesmile8972]

Yes he was. He was a very special human.

[@marvinmunoz4703]

Im a Hispanic guy from LA , Im used to gang life or a crazy lifestyle , but as a kid I watched & now grew to realize the influence he had on me . I Love Mr. Rogers

[@knucklehoagies]

What? He influenced you into gang life?

[@lemondolt_9094]

@@knucklehoagies well to be fair, Mr. Rogers is pretty gangsta

[@NerdyNeutron]

Well, I love you just the way you are Marvin and you should be proud of you.

[@Royal_Fortune]

MARVIN MUNOZ I’m glad that you got to grow up with him and I hope that you stay safe Marvin. I think we can all be good people living by his lessons.

[@loa81]

Hello Marvin! Won’t you be my neighbor, too?

[@creekhed697]

I sat in front of my laptop watching this video...crying, but not realizing why. Then it hit me. Mr. Rogers helped get me through a difficult and painful childhood. My parents fought...sometimes violently, ultimately leading to my mother having a massive nervous breakdown. She went away to get help in a hospital, and that was the last time we ever lived together. My father remarried a woman 20 years younger than himself, and For the most part I ended up raising myself. I was unaware of the profound effect Mr. Rogers had on me at the time, but looking back I do not believe I would have made it to adulthood even resembling what we consider to be normal. At 51, I am finally processing the events of my childhood and the baggage those events created. Mr. Rogers was a life preserver for me during a time when I was emotionally drowning, and he helped keep my head above water. I am eternally grateful for his wisdom, love, and understanding. Namaste'

[@retiredusvet4396]

Creek Hed & CS Allen: Please, each of you consider speaking with a good, caring Counselor, Pastor, or both. So glad Mr. Rogers helped save parts of your childhood. I don't know either of you, but you're in my Prayers. God bless and comfort both of you guys and your Families.

[@jonc.m8717]

That's one one the saddest thing's i have ever read. Glad you turned out ok.

[@annasloan2349]

Mr rogers was an oasis when i was drowning...same here..well said

[@barroninc]

creek hed say no more- just hearing your problems and with my problems yet he was there for us to take us away but just for a moment was Heaven. I can't ( tears everywhere ) :__ ))))

[@musicmaker4him901]

creek hed Same!

[@beautyinvain3692]

It took a lot of us growing into compassionate adults to realize this guy was cool. Without his influence on us the world might not be as positive as it is today. Rest in power Mr. Rogers.

[@starskyhutch3286]

I cry every time I see anything about him....can’t stop

[@wizardmix]

Me to and nothing makes me cry, I'm in constant tears.

[@marbleman52]

@@oceanghost9866 , And Evan, and starsky....Have you seen the movie yet....if you haven't then you really, really need to...it's incredible.

[@k.morningstar7983]

the meeting people on the street within SECONDS of them seeing him broke me first

[@michaelkeller5927]

Me too. I didn't grow up with his message, but as an adult I try to live by it.

[@rohansask9638]

Me too.

[@fuzzyscarfandmittens4772]

The world could use more Fred Rogers. As cynical as I am, I will always give Fred Rogers props for being a genuine person.

[@JamesLCoxe]

For the people who dislike this, Mr.Rogers would still be your friend.

[@Emily-cw7tj]

And still be your neighbor 😅

[@joaquinvillanueva2314]

"Im proud of you , im proud of you and i hope you're proud of you too" I didnt grow up with Rogers . I never watched a single episode . But that set of words and how they were said almost made me cry

[@marbleman52]

Joaquin......Go watch the movie that just came out, and you will most certainly cry. And that is a good thing because that means that one has a tender heart and wants to be tender with themselves and with others.

[@Memorex996]

@@marbleman52 watch the documentary too.

[@mariamcrae6252]

I saw the movie with Tom Hanks and have been watching him on PBS channel 13 here in the Tri-cities I ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️ this man!!

[@quack4760]

i did cry

[@rainsara2795]

Same, this is the first video of him I've seen and I'm crying for some reason ??

[@mamadawn22]

I'm reading the comments, and the one I keep coming across the most is "We need Mr. Rogers now more than ever." Why can't we all be a "Mr. Rogers?" It costs nothing to be kind to others but a few moments of your time. In in the course of those few moments, you may completely change that person's day...or even their life. I saw a meme on Facebook one day that I thought sums up life perfectly; Kindness, spread that sh*t everywhere.

[@naomigoldberg6544]

Amen! ❤️

[@MossyMoht]

Dawn Darby I do agree. We might not have Mr. Rogers but we have everything he stands for, and everything we need to know from him. The words he said will always be there. Goodness can’t disappear, only those who spread it can, and Mr Rogers showed us just how to do that.

[@MossyMoht]

Even Fred himself said that he wanted to create a library for children to grow up in and he did that.

[@kommandantbaker]

Fred Rodgers was the torch barer, bringing light into this world through his kindness and willingness to express emotions. Mr. Rodgers set the example for us. Now that he is gone it is up to us to be the next generation of torch barer's. Most of all we must be the neighborly people that Mr. Rodgers knew we can be

[@sch4891]

"If the student isn’t better than the teacher, then the teacher has failed" -a Buddhist monk (maybe?)

[@misshannahanastasia]

Born in 1992. I grew up watching pbs as my after school routine. I had a big age gap with my older sister and she often beat me up after school but watching Mister Rogers neighborhood was my safe space. He taught me there was kindness in the world and that I could be likeable for just being myself. He was my first friend. And to this day even the thought of him brings me to tears. I hope more parents continue to raise their children on this show, as I am certain he saved my life. I will say, on a sad note that the day he died remains one of the worst days of my life. My teens to 30s has been riddled with a severe amount of trauma and illness that I’m trying to work past, and I’ve been rewatching the show. It has been incredibly therapeutic and reminds me how important this man is to me.

[@marymichael1211]

Mister Rogers brings me to tears now and so did you with your comment. I'm 75 and come from violent child abuse and was too old to watch him as a child. My life involves continuous healing, and Mister Roberts contributes to that. ✨

[@benw9949]

Mr. Rogers was rare: A grown man who was inherently soft-spoken and kind, who kept himself that way, and who could talk to adults as easily as kids. He just poured on extra compassion for the kids. I grew up watching his show. I needed that acceptance. I grew up and was too old for a little kids' show. Then I grew older and heard a clip of him giving a speech to a graduating class around my age. Wow. He was still Mr. Rogers, but the adult talking to adults version. Still this quiet, humble man, still caring, friendly, the same guy, and he worked at being that way. -- I know boys get nervous about being cool, or being manly, and they think a guy like Mr. Rogers, the way he was talking to little kids, was not how they thought a manly guy should act. Isn't it maybe a shame that so many of us don't appreciate his style, his approach, at some point in our lives, and we have to relearn that that is fine, that it's good and natural for a grown man to care about kids, his or others? -- And today, we are surrounded by the hyper-masculine macho guy image and the hyper-feminine girly girl image. And kids today, teens today, adults today, really need to get that message of love and acceptance, that it is good and right to care about other people, and that it is OK to be a loving, caring, gentle guy, a good friend and father and sibling and husband, that that -- ought to be a definition of manliness too, to be a good guy, to care about others, to be a good neighbor (hey!) and a good family man. -- We need this for real today. Why are we so afraid that a guy like him, showing his caring side, is too sissy or unmanly or "too gay" ? Where did we all get the idea that being like Mr. Rogers is not masculine enough, and being some big, angry, unfeeling, macho, more muscles than brains, guy is somehow the way that boys and men should be? When did we all get the idea that showing friendship and love to others (kids, teens, adults) is creepy or sexual, when it isn't, and to fear showing compassion or love or friendliness, normal, natural physical affection, any feelings, is too risky or not appropriate, in school or the workplace? I really think we have become badly misguided, and maybe we are creating the very social problems we want to prevent. -- I think we need to redefine what it is to show our feelings, and what it is to be manly. We need to be able to show our feelings in healthy, natural ways, in order to have a really healthy society. I wonder if anyone will ever listen, or if it's too late.

[@davidsain2129]

Ben W , very well said! Much respect for you.

[@tw5851]

I cannot agree more. Thanks for so much your comment.

[@BriRog68]

Beautifully written Ben and I agree totally. Mr Rogers was such a gift to the world, and set a positive example in everything he did. I can't wait to see the movie being made about his life.

[@TherealRNOwwfpooh]

Yep. Mr. Rogers, Walt Disney & Jim Henson shared the same philosophies.

[@elainesnow326]

Ben W great words. Thank you

[@ErichLRuehs]

"The sages throughout history have said, You don't set out to be rich or famous, what you set out to do is be helpful. If the other comes along with it, that's OK." Mr. Rogers had it gong on

[@CalvinTennessee]

To me he is the ultimate TRUE alpha. When he speaks, everyone stops to listen. Everything he says has substance. And If you notice, he is the same in every interview, he never changes and he dominates the w naturally. I am concerned about anyone that can sit and listen to this man and not get teary eyed by the intense emotional things that he says and how he says them.

[@kamed.]

💯.

[@RustyShakleford01]

The word you are looking for is "patriarch".

[@rompis.a]

@@RustyShakleford01 In other word, "dad"

[@beeticket]

He is the perfect model of how fatherhood should be expressed: with guidance, understanding, encouragement, and love.

[@thenekom]

I'm from the Pittsburgh area, he's a h*cking saint here, and rightfully so. I'm usually foul mouthed, but I clean it up when discussing the legend,

[@retiredmusiceducator3612]

why not just keep it clean, in memory of Mr. Rogers?

[@BrokenGodEnt]

@@retiredmusiceducator3612 Easier said than done.

[@mustang10141980]

I'm from Pittsburgh too. He is a legend.

[@havan8844]

I’m from Pittsburgh too

[@derkaiserreichdeutschland2430]

Due to the Coronavirus outbreak, it gave me an excuse to watch Mr. Rogers Neighborhood.

[@haroldgoodman130]

Be your own Mr Rogers. Be kind, curious, supportive and gently honest. And listen.

[@RainWasTaken]

When it was his turn to get his lifetime achievement award, he still asked the world to focus on other people. An absolute legend. My biggest inspiration.

[@beatlequeen06]

I'm not ashamed to say I still watch his show whenever I can. In this horrible world full of mass shootings, war, hunger, disease, political scandal, and other terrible things, his message of love and caring is the best salve for the battered heart, mind, and soul. Hearing his gentle, soothing voice and seeing his sweet, smiling face makes me feel warm and fuzzy inside. Rest in peace, my favourite neighbour... and get those onions away from me!

[@winst0n888]

Every child should be required to watch EVERY episode. Hello to all my fellow neighbors.

[@Ptrixle]

When I was a kid I watched him, then I stopped because I "outgrew" it. I kind of feel like I somehow betrayed Mr. Rogers.

[@sarahshanahan2222]

😰😰😰 i know!!! I feel i have to adk him for forgiveness!! Hes just like the character of jesus!

[@four4four636]

when I was kid I watch him then the show stopped production and mr.rodgers passed away

[@stanberez2246]

No,not at all.if you were to tell him what you said what do you think he would say?and there it is.

[@tabithadye5594]

"I NEVER HAD THE CHANCE TO GROW UP WATCHING HIM.TILL AFTER I TURNED 26!!!

[@meloun5798]

Mr. Roger's loves you just as you are :)

[@Seoko117]

When I have a kid I don’t want to raise him watching Mr Rogers, I want to be his Mr Rogers

[@LukusCannon]

I like you

[@michealangelo3824]

Selfish dick

[@naomigoldberg6544]

Go, you! ❤️😇

[@user-jx5iu7vk8i]

Hopefully I've given my kids enough love and guidance that THEY may become Mister Rogers.

[@RhymesWithCarbon]

Good, but why not both?

[@CassidyGoat]

You know, Mr Rogers was a very Godly man. I haven't met anybody or seen anybody who gives off the type of energy he has. Not had, he still has it. Because even today as I watch this, I can literally feel the goodness coming from him.

[@elgriego331]

Thats why Jesus said "Unless you become like a child you will never enter the Kingdom of Heaven". There is no pride in children and they trust easily and love purely!

[@jjazy3439]

Children have plenty of pride

[@maskkeeperduffy9069]

Jesus didn't say to become like a child. Children are proud, selfish creatures - much like adults. Jesus said that you should believe like a child.

[@maskkeeperduffy9069]

@@sm64classified_official Selfishness is a universal human trait. Selflessness is unnatural.

[@sarahmcpherson3666]

@The No.1 Guy Except ye be converted, and become as little children, ye shall not enter into the kingdom of heaven. Whosoever therefore shall humble himself as this little child, the same is greatest in the kingdom of heaven. And whoso shall receive one such little child in my name receiveth me. AND THATS WHAT JESUS SAID ABOUT CHILDREN.

[@sandgrownun66]

@@maskkeeperduffy9069 "Jesus said that you should believe like a child." Maybe that's because any thinking adult, can see that heaven DOES NOT exist!

[@paulmcgo1089]

I think Mr Rogers is exactly like Jesus was when he was here . Just a kind sweet person who only wanted to help and love people where ever he went . God bless him

[@rotfaun2852]

Paul Mc Go I believe that Fred had The Holy Spirit in him

[@paulmcgo1089]

ganymedeIV4 hi . you don't have to be religious to like Mr Rogers but he kind of mirrors Jesus in many ways. religion itself is way twisted but it's very basic . just seek the Lord in all you do . it doesn't cost a dime and your not asked to kill any one. lol God bless

[@jangouss_3353]

Paul Mc Go I believe he was a devout Christian

[@matthewpoff2077]

He was an ordained Presbyterian Priest.

[@DaWagz123]

I'm atheist but I respect that if Jesus did exist, I would picture him exactly like Mr. Rodgers. What an incredible person and a genuine love for everyone. Something that is much needed in this day and age.

[@liviathepoisoner]

I’m from Turkiye, we watch the Neighbourhood with my 3,5 year-old-daughter. We sometimes rewatch some episodes. They calm me, they give me hope. Love you Mr Rogers!

[@kchishol1970]

That moment when Daniel Tiger asks what "assassination" meant, it's so hard to watch. Only Fred Rogers at that time would have the authority, the assurance and the powerful talent to relate the most difficult of subjects to children in a way that they could understand without traumatizing them. To even consider doing that at time, especially since CTW's Sesame Street was still to come, when children's TV was considered worthlessly insubstantial for the intended audience is a testament of what a singular master of that medium Rogers was.

[@wadesavage5355]

Video

[@riotbreaker3506]

I like the fact that Daniel Tiger war Rogers himself, a much more innocent aspect that allowed him the perspective adults just don't have.

[@L16htW4rr10r]

I mean, I might still get traumatized when I hear that assasination is someone who gets killed by surprised attack. But then he told them (using the lady actor) that he will be there to for them

[@augurseer]

Bobby Kennedy is for me history. I am only 33. It is as history as Armstrong and Berlin Wall. But I must admit. Rogers talking about Bobby as he did. Hit me. No TV program today has that power or insight. I am darned impressed he did then.

[@therayven3147]

Yes, and when Mr Rogers said, "I am greatly concerned with the increased showing of violence"... And so on... He was a powerful influence on many people... Kids and adults alike...

[@tiffanypilkey103]

There’s a special place in heaven for Mr. Rogers.

[@user-de6ex4ep1n]

Tiffany O'Neill Ultra Heaven

[@spoi_boi8379]

@@user-de6ex4ep1n No...the heaven neighbourhood

[@sciencefriction315]

There's no proof whatsoever that "heaven" is real. Man created God and heaven for his own comfort. It's too bad there isn't a heaven because Fred Rogers is one that deserved such a place.

[@virid6819]

@@sciencefriction315 when you grow up you're going to be embarrassed by this comment

[@djpeterg4531]

@@sciencefriction315 I see you making fun of others based on what they believe, and who are you to say that? Let people believe what they want to man, it's not your place to tell them what they believe is "wrong" or "made up". If someone were to say "I love the color red, it's my favorite color!" and I said to them "Nope, your favorite color is blue, because that's the only right color." then it would be very foolish of me.

[@PiCheZvara]

I think the most interesting and overlooked attribute of Fred Rogers is the little thing hinted at the end of the biopic with Tom Hanks when he plays the piano and then you hear one note which is obviously harder, stern, angry. And then it continues peacefully... Fred Rogers was human like all of us, no doubt angry, jealous, impatient, selfish. But he chose to dedicate his entire life to subduing these worse emotions and doing his best to show and be just the best of what we can be. People can laugh at that, but in a world where being cynical is pretty much the most common virtue, can you imagine how big of a self-discipline one must have to remain like this his entire life? How hard such a path is? Truly inspiring, like legit one of the few truly inspiring people of our time.

[@johncholmes643]

I haven't cried for 15 years..... I cried through this entire video.... I miss you buddy... thank you.

[@tw5851]

I'm originally from Japan and now I live in Virginia for my graduate study for a year in the US. When I and my wife and 1 yo daughter moved here last year, what I did at first was to find a good TV show for my kid. Fortunately, I came up with Mister Rogers in Amazon Video. It didn't take long to find out that this old show is something special, although I did not know anything about him at that time. It's true that my 22-month-old daughter prefers something more noisy and colorful, but I really believe that the program like Mister Rogers Neighborhood provides something different from other kids TV programs. I hope one day (when my daughter starts to understand the language more) she understands what Mr. Rogers tried to convey to the children watching the program for more than 30 years. Thanks so much Mr. John Donvan for a wonderful interview and video.

[@mascarenhas9624]

Welcome to the neighborhood.

[@electrictroy2010]

I too thought Rogers boring (compared to Sesame Street or 321 Contact) but I still watched him. He always had a good message & it felt like he was speaking to me .

[@therayven3147]

You know, I was never really into kids shows, but, for some reason, I seem to have took a liking to Mr Rogers... This was the type of person he was...

[@SteveSilverActor]

I lived in Japan for ten years, and I felt there was a greater sense of community there than there is in the US. Do you feel that way as well?

[@jameshudson105]

Mr Roger's Neighborhood is wonderful TV for kids.

[@koblosrga42]

This man was so kind hearted and loving. No-one will ever be quite like him. His voice is just so relaxing and you can tell he really loved his job and helping people. Rest In Peace Mr. Rogers and Mrs. Joanne Rogers..

[@beving8908]

"I could cry through the tips of my fingers", Mr. Rogers sums up everything in this one simple statement. Thank-you sir.

[@whidoineedthis]

As my guitar gently weeps

[@MrMattSax]

Maybe the beauty of Mr Rogers’ message was that, for a little while, we could forget about the idea of “cool”. He didn’t care about “cool” he was just himself.

[@VettaBoop]

I'm just happy to know that he left this world knowing how loved he was 🥺

[@KiraVexing]

All I want is more footage of Mr Rogers being stopped by every single person thanking him

[@darinb621]

Why would you say such a thing

[@cameltube-vk7el]

that was the best.....

[@susiecolorado3821]

The people on the subway singing his song to him is priceless. He knows how much he was loved and important to millions over the generations. Thank you, kind sir.

[@SofiaLeviev]

Today I heard of Mr. Rogers for the very first time, Never watched the show or heard of it. I know about this man for half an hour and i am crying. I just realized how precious he was and how much I needed him in my life, till this day.

[@madamerage8518]

same

[@ericerto8250]

I was physically abused as a child my mom used to beat me and I remember watching this show as a little kid and it made me feel so comfortable tears are coming out of my eyes right now as I'm describing I used to run away to make believe land with him it might make believe plan so I thought it was a place for nobody could hurt Mr Rogers is one of the greatest people in the world. He helped out so many kids struggling it was just incredible how he can touch you

[@littleweirdgirl19]

I love this man, such a beautiful human. I have my 4 year old watch him now on KZbin every night before he goes to sleep to try and help teach him kindness and gentleness.

[@davidruggles7198]

I do the same...she really looks forward to it. Really happy she is learning from him.

[@k1productions87]

The one problem I have is... in order to watch the full episodes... you have to pay for them. I don't think Mr. Rogers would have wanted that. Especially how he fought to save public television. He would never have wanted to be locked behind a pay wall.

[@EllTheBob]

K1productions it was aired on a free TV channel like PBS, right?if so it’s pretty odd that you have to pay for a show that used to be free. Especially a kids show as educational and unique as this

[@k1productions87]

@@EllTheBob exactly... Mr. Rogers definitely would not approve

[@TheSavannahhhhhh]

Christi W good job mama

[@douglaswarnold]

John, I think you'll agree that Mr. Rogers was so much more than cool. He was humane; he was civil; he was gentle. I met him in 1966. He got down on one knee and looked me in the eye...he honored me by hearing me and respecting me. THAT is cool beyond measure. May our leaders have the humility that Fred Rogers possessed beyond measure. Yes, he told the truth and help children deal with reality and trauma. And, he didn't try to make children into consumers. How I miss him; and, am grateful for his wife's appearance on Jimmy Fallon. Joanne herself is a gift to us all - just as Fred was and still is. Your interview with Fred is one of the best I have seen and I thank you for your capacity to hear him.

[@stevarino1989]

1966 was shortly before the Neighborhood was on the air, I think it was Misterogers at the time, a different format than the regular Neighborhood show we all grew up with. How did you get to meet him? How old were you? That would be the coolest thing for me, if I got to meet him as an adult or even a small child, but unfortunately I can't now. I wish he was still around today.

[@susanbehring3401]

Since the movie I have been binge watching all Mister Roger shows. Anyone else?

[@liliencalvel6151]

Mathew 5:8 Blessed are the pure in heart for they shall see GOD. This beautiful human being was pure in heart.

[@kimmarie8275]

Amen!

[@quanahparker6634]

I truly believe God sends to earth people like his son just to see how many of us notice. And then change for the better of us all!

[@roojackstudios8475]

Amen

[@caroleanderson4020]

Mr. Rogers is way better than God...despite being himself, a believer.

[@drwho135]

In a world where "journalists" are now laughed at for their attempt at what they think journalism actually is, Mr. Donvan came through and did some good. Thank you to both of you.

[@dorianphilotheates3769]

I was born in 1968, the same year “Mr. Rogers’ Neiborhood” first aired, and Mr. Rogers is just about the coolest dude ever to appear on television. Rest In Peace, Fred - you did a lot of good for so many.

[@kentchr76]

I just learned that I can cry because of watching someone (Mr. Rogers) being kind to others. I didn’t know that, and I am 43 - and let me tell you it’s the sweetest tears around. Thank you for this video, and thank you Mr. Rogers.

[@lauriebolles3149]

I'm 66 and even now Mr. Rogers has come into my life when I needed him.

[@mandysue882]

Mr. Rogers is the coolest man to ever live, and I am 41.❤

[@juliathefast]

My boyfriend has autism and watched Mister Rogers as a child. After my bf told me about him, I started watching clips of Mister Rogers. My boyfriend was upset and luckily the perfect video about Mister Rogers talking about dealing with anger was recommended to me. I sent it to my boyfriend and it still helps him. :) Thank you Mister Rogers.

[@Azfargh]

Can you send to me the link, if you still got it?

[@legasiguy551]

One of most heartwarming stories that I heard about Mr. Rogers was when a theif stole his car. Shortly after it was stolen. It was returned with a note saying, "Sorry Mr. Rogers, I didn't know it was your car." The fact that he could even influence a heartless hardened criminal makes this man a saint! The Catholic Church should canonize him. In his bio, it says that he graduated from a Presbyterian seminary so close enough! RIP Mr. Rogers.

[@coachmikesfilmroom3111]

A thief isn't neccesarily a hardened criminal. Could be someone who's desperate trying to put food on the table, kids joy riding...etc. I'm not condoning the actions. Just iterating that a thief is a far cry from someone willing to physically harm another person out of malice or gain

[@WorkerBeesUnite]

...and the burger kind ad story

[@paulaneary7877]

Mr. Rogers certainly does not need approval from the "Catholic" church. How ridiculous. He is far above that.

[@raymondrose1065]

You couldn’t get further from the treatment of children than that of Mr Rogers and that of the church of Rome

[@Maxlump]

You should be ashamed to mention Mr Rodgers and the Catholic church in the same sentence ,the Catholic church has covered up the abuse of children on countless occasions including the current pope.

[@todderic]

Can you imagine if everyone had the the kind, gentle soul that Mr. Rogers had? What a beautiful neighborhood it would be!

[@szegedification]

The world needs Mr. Rogers now more than ever.

[@TheCustomEverythingChannel]

Yes I couldn't agree more

[@marbleman52]

Stefanie.....This new Mr. Rogers movie can be a real Society game changer if all of America will watch it and then do an honest and sincere self evaluation of themselves. Please go watch it.

[@szegedification]

@@marbleman52 Yes, I will.

[@trollreview5906]

I love how he didn't just have the same intro, he actually sang jt each time

[@krankytilldaell6639]

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[@danielmark4869]

I only discovered Mr Rogers as an adult. Better late than never. His show isn't just for children. I'm in my 40s and I find his show very calming. Mr Rogers' Neighbourhood is a refuge from the ugliness and chaos of the world no matter what your age is. Thank God this man existed.

[@mirandamcafee6024]

Hello neighbor ❤ wishing you peace in this world 🙂

[@danielmark4869]

@@mirandamcafee6024 Thanks neighbor. I'll see you again when the day is new, and I'll have more ideas for you, and you'll have more things you'd like to talk about, and I will too.

[@istj66360]

One thing I loved about Mr. Rogers is that he knew how to talk to children about serious things like violence, crimes against children, etc, even things like divorce, being an orphan, etc. And he was able to do it in a way that didn't frighten them, but warned them of certain dangers in a way they felt safe. And he was always very dignified about how he approached things, even things that are too hard to talk about, but need to be talked about. Through all the years, it seemed like he wanted every child that watched his show to feel like they were special. Also, during his running time, there were a lot of kids that were just thrown away because no one cared. A lot of those kids watched his show too. And when he addressed serious things that those kids had to deal with, he wanted them to feel like they were worth more than what they thought of themselves and that they were not alone in dealing with their problems. If you ask me, a lot of advice Mr. Rogers gave back then can still do a lot of good today. Not jus for kids, but for adults too.

[@HeroOTime]

As a kid I knew about Mr Rogers, but refused to watch him cause I didn't want my brothers or friends to judge me. My self esteem was really low, I thought of myself as a waste of space and pure disappointment to everyone I met (my dad in his anger would sometimes say things like "I wish I could've had another family" or "why can't you be more like _____"). One day, I got the portable TV, locked myself in the shed and started watching Mr Rogers. Once a week, then eventually every day. After learning to trust him, I got to hear those amazing words "I'm so happy you're here, you made this day special" or "I like you just the way you are" or "I'm so proud of you, I hope you are too"....I felt happy I had a friend who valued me. Even though my self image never improved, I was always happy he at least took the time and effort to let me know he was there.

[@JessycaLunawoona]

My God I'm crying... I miss him so much. Thank you so much for sharing this.

[@rikkiross7691]

To ALL the people who's watching in 2024..Hello friends!! 👋🏻😁

[@elizabethwitt2621]

Hi neighbor! 👋👋🫂🫂

[@butterfliesarefreetofly6964]

Hi neighbor!💜

[@jeremyh683]

Hello neighbor 😊

[@paigeturner1039]

Heya neighbor!

[@lisaknox5589]

Hello neighbor ❤️

[@marilyncatalano6478]

I was already 12 when Mr. Rogers came to television and now, at 63, I wished I was 3 or 4 so I could watch him. 12 was too old to start watching him and I knew who he was anyway and I didn't watch the show. All my life, I've heard of Mr. Rogers but I was too old to watch as I was in Junior high and none of my friends watched him either. Now, I wish I could have watched him instead of the cartoons I liked. Now, after watching the old episodes, I cry. I cried when he got the presidential medal of Honor. It is the highest civilian award given to regular people who have done something extraordinary. Mr. Rogers was the epitome of pure goodness. No blemish associated with his name. No scandal. He's the epitome of goodness. What a wonderful person he was and will always be. I watch everything that happens in his children's lives. How could he be bullied?? This man is an angel walking this Earth among us. Like the song,"angels among us" by Alabama. Beautifullllll song for a beautiful man, and his goodness was always on display. God, please bless this earthly man for all the good he's done for children and their momma and papa. Resting in Paradise forever into eternity. I love you Mr. Rogers and your wonderful wife too. She is an angel too👼

[@asielmilian38]

I never grew up with Mr. Rogers.

[@loa81]

Asiel MILIAN Me neither, but we are still precious and I’m glad you are my neighbor Asiel!

[@marbleman52]

Marilyn...I am 68 and I was just like you; I knew about the Mr. Rogers show and had seen parts of different episodes through the years, but I didn't know what his show was really about. I thought it was just some light and funny entertainment for children. Boy, was I wrong..!! I just yesterday watched the movie that just came out, with Tom Hanks as Mr. Rogers, and I was overwhelmed with the emotional intensity and the honesty of the movie. Tears were flowing down my cheeks through most of the movie. I raised two children by myself back in the 80's through the 90's. I tell people that we three "grew up together" during those years. I never remarried or had any girl-friends, or any "one-night stands",never did the bar or night club thing, don't smoke or drink ( maybe one or two drinks per year...maybe..). I just devoted myself to being their "Mr. Mom" to the best of my ability and providing them a peaceful and stable home life. I was always thankful to God for giving me the desire and willingness to learn how to be a parent, and thankful to God for giving me two wonderful little kids that helped make my "job" so much easier. Did I make mistakes...absolutely, were my children 'perfect" children...of course not, but we loved each other very much and we were always close. Now I have a Great, Granddaughter and I have been involved with helping my Daughter raise her from the very start since the biological father didn't hang around long after she was born. And we are also very close and she really loves her 'Papa', and I really love her. But this movie...WOW....incredible....this entire Nation needs to watch this movie and then do some honest self-reflection about things. Sorry...didn't mean to write so much but the movie moved me to my core, and I'm still very much emotionally impacted by the movie.

[@TonyTheBassPlayer1]

I'm speaking to you from Latrobe Pa. Fred lived not 8 blocks from where I live, when he was a child. He had a stack of child psychology degrees to the ceiling. Fred re invented childrens' programming. He stood for some very powerful ideas. He's practically a saint in this town.

[@susandonnarumma9763]

I’m 67 , I live in England and recently found this amazing human on KZbin! What a wonderful world it would be if all neighbours were like Fred Rogers!

[@diazjames]

10:25 just that smile made my whole day, you can just see how happy he is reminiscing on his old memories, and I’m happy he can be part of mine. Thank you Mister Fred Rogers

[@operationstayalive]

RE: "...he didn't have superpowers": He did have superpowers. The greatest superpower of all, love. His ability to share that power, to spread it through the magic of television will go down as one of the great uses of technology in human history.

[@Myl1ttleworld]

Imagine, having a TV show, with the idea that you shouldn't be watching tv, but we did, and learned from it. Nothing on TV today compares to this show. Idk, how to say this, but some shows I saw as a child, educated me beyond what any school could. This was one of them. It helped keep me grounded, kept my wheels turning, helped me keep on keeping on.

[@zoedujour]

"not cool" Honey bun, Mr. Rogers was the bee's knees. I grew up in the Antelope Valley. He helped make me into who I am today.

[@junbh2]

Yes, and that's partly because he didn't care about being cool, and tried to show kids that wasn't what mattered.

[@jjgres7842]

I love when the interview said “what were they all thanking you for” and Mr. Rogers continually said “thanking US and “WE did this”

[@ketchup143]

he had an immeasurable amount of patience, a true modern-day saint.

[@annasloan2349]

I wish mr rogers could see all the adults he effected when they were children..that was his mission and he succeeded..amazing man.

[@jessehernandez5392]

Were surrounded by a cloud of witnesses, he can see them he's looking down on them

[@nvvam7597]

Mr. Rogers was such a loving, caring, gentle, honest, and decent human being.. He committed his life to helping others. His charisma comes from his GOODNESS!!! Such decency is very rare but when you see someone like him, you know it.

[@3fammy]

He's so philosophic, caring, thoughtful, articulate, polite.. how the hell a person can be so soft like that.. damn i need this man

[@anitastodolak9882]

This man was/is without question a national treasure! I love and miss him sooooooo much!

[@joelvelezjv76]

Very little people can be a king without a kingdom, and immensely rich but be completely penniless. Mr. Rogers was a phenomena and I am gateful to witness a purely good character.

[@shaurmiath6719]

So humble, so gentle, so patient. Quick to praise, eager to listen, unafraid, relentlessly caring and kind. He wielded a special kind of power, a very real sort of magic. He showed us what happens when someone really, genuinely cares about others. He wasn't about bravado, he was never pretentious or two-faced. He spoke what was in his heart. When he felt sad, he would say it. When he was happy, he laughed. He was remarkable. I can only strive every day to try to conduct myself the way he did.

[@dpinchock]

Boy, did I need to see this today. I've found myself feeling anxious from watching and reading the things going on in the world right now. As an antidote, I decided to take a break and search for videos of the most consistently comforting person I've ever known. I was anxious a lot as a child and Mr. Rogers was the calming influence who helped me make sense of a confusing and sometimes harsh world. So, here I am as a grownup in a very confusing and harsh time, longing for a moment of calm and gentleness. Watching this dear neighbor to so many speak has given me a little respite from the feelings of helplessness that I've been experiencing. Thank you for posting this interview. It was exactly what I needed.

[@Cathedralsinmyheart7]

I do this too! Or when I need an emotional grounding tool, to remind me of who I am and where my values are. I turn to Mr. Rogers because the world always feels like a mess when you're not looking for the helpers.

[@landoneshbach2826]

I don't know how anyone could dislike this video

[@MikeJohnson-hp8lr]

Those who dislike this video are the very ones who need to hear his message the most.

[@yvonnestaley3564]

They never watched his amazing show!!!

[@brianschwartz1372]

They all think his caring is fake. I never got to meet Fred but I've met and talked with David Newell (Mr. McFeely) a few times and he confirmed what you saw on camera is what you got off camera. He was as real as you can get.

[@KittyNoir]

I grew up watching Mr. Rodgers daily. He was a huge influence on me, growing up with a dad that was not the most gentle connected guy, I needed to know there’s a gentle father like icon out there that exists. He felt like family to me watching him. Thank you Fred❤️

[@MidnightSonnet]

I truly envy you. You got to sit down and talk to such a kind, gentle soul. I would have given anything to have met him. He played such a huge part in my childhood. I may not be religious, but him being so never mattered, as his message of love, kindness, and self appreciation is universal. My childhood was very turbulent, so watching Mr. Rogers and anything by Jim Henson was a wonderful retreat for me. Watching this interview uncovered a memory I once had as a kid while watching the show. Whenever he looked at the camera and expressed how special and wonderful us kids were and how he liked us just the way we were, I always felt conflicted. As a very young child, it was hard to believe I was lovable when those around me expressed the opposite. Then again, if he wasn't for him and Jim Henson, I probably wouldn't be as compassionate and empathetic as I am today. I can't watch interviews or documentaries about those two without turning into a blubbering mess. I miss them terribly. Their legacies will forever live on in my heart.

[@kommandantbaker]

Truly not all heroes wear capes. (Turns out they wear cardigans)

[@oranganewton]

I was abused in multiple foster/adoptive homes. Mr Rogers and Jim Henson were the two men that I felt safe with. These two strangers on TV that opened their hearts at all times to everyone and encouraged us to know that we are loved, and to love ourselves. There won't ever be men like them again, but they made sure we knew we can be who we know we are, and love ourselves for it