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Sesame Street star Bob McGrath dies aged 90 as tributes pour in for legendary actor
Sesame Street star Bob McGrath dies aged 90 as tributes pour in for legendary actor,Sesame Street legend Bob McGrath, who appeared on the hit children's show from 1967 and lasted for 47 seasons, has sadly passed away at the age of 90 as tributes pour in

Sesame Street star Bob McGrath dies aged 90 as tributes pour in for legendary actor

Sesame Street actor Bob McGrath has died at 90 on Sunday (December 4) as tributes pour in for the legendary actor.

The actor’s family confirmed the devastating news on Facebook, where they shared: “Hello, Facebook friends. Our father, Bob McGrath, passed away today. He died peacefully at home, surrounded by his family.”

Bob was one of the original and longest-standing human stars of Sesame Street, where he appeared on the show from 1969-2017.

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The legendary actor starred in 460 episodes throughout 47 seasons and also served as an educator and musician.

He performed many of the show’s original songs, including People in Your Neighborhood, Sing a Song and if You’re Happy and You Know It.

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Bob McGrath 'died peacefully at home, surrounded by his family,' said his family (Image: Getty Images)