Robert Emmett McGrath was a prominent American actor, singer, and children's author, most famous for his role as Bob Johnson, the music teacher, on the long-running children's program Sesame Street. He portrayed Bob from the show's inception in 1969 until 2016, becoming a beloved figure for generations of children. McGrath's gentle demeanor and musical talents were integral to the show's educational mission, teaching countless children about music, kindness, and cooperation through songs and skits. His long tenure on Sesame Street made him an iconic presence in children's television history.
June 13, 1932: Bob McGrath's Birth
Bob McGrath was born on June 13, 1932.
1954: Graduation from University of Michigan
Bob McGrath graduated from the University of Michigan in 1954.
1959: Master of Music Degree
Bob McGrath earned a Master of Music degree in voice from the Manhattan School of Music in 1959.
1960: Sing Along with Mitch
Bob McGrath started working with Mitch Miller on the show "Sing Along with Mitch" in 1960.
1964: End of "Sing Along with Mitch"
Bob McGrath's time on "Sing Along with Mitch" ended in 1964.
1966: Appearance on To Tell the Truth
Bob McGrath appeared on the game show "To Tell the Truth" in 1966.
1967: Appearance on I've Got a Secret
Bob McGrath appeared on the game show "I've Got a Secret" in 1967.
1969: Start of Sesame Street role
Bob McGrath's role as Bob Johnson on Sesame Street began in 1969.
1969: Sesame Street Debut
In 1969, Bob McGrath began his role as Bob Johnson on Sesame Street.
1978: Christmas Eve on Sesame Street
"Christmas Eve on Sesame Street," a special featuring Bob McGrath, aired in 1978.
1983: Mr. Hooper tribute
In 1983, a Sesame Street sequence addressed the death of Mr. Hooper, a moment Bob McGrath considered one of his favorites.
1995: Foundation for Contemporary Arts Grant
Bob McGrath received a grant from the Foundation for Contemporary Arts in 1995.
1996: Uh Oh! Gotta Go!
Bob McGrath published the children's book "Uh Oh! Gotta Go!" in 1996.
1998: OOPS! Excuse Me Please!
Bob McGrath published the children's book "OOPS! Excuse Me Please!" in 1998.
March 3, 2006: Commemorative Medal for the Centennial of Saskatchewan
Bob McGrath was awarded the Commemorative Medal for the Centennial of Saskatchewan on March 3, 2006.
April 10, 2010: University of Michigan Men's Glee Club Lifetime Achievement Award
Bob McGrath received the University of Michigan Men's Glee Club Lifetime Achievement Award on April 10, 2010.
2013: Saskatchewan Distinguished Service Award
Bob McGrath received the Saskatchewan Distinguished Service Award in 2013.
2015: Final Regular Telemiracle Appearance
Bob McGrath made his final regular appearance at Telemiracle in 2015.
July 2016: Sesame Workshop Announcement
In July 2016, Sesame Workshop announced changes to Sesame Street, including Bob McGrath not returning as a regular cast member for Season 47.
2016: Departure from Sesame Street
Bob McGrath's regular role on Sesame Street ended in 2016.
2017: Move to Norwood, New Jersey
Bob and Ann McGrath moved to Norwood, New Jersey in 2017.
2018: Special Telemiracle Appearance
Bob McGrath made a special appearance at Telemiracle in 2018.
2019: Sesame Street's 50th Anniversary Celebration
Bob McGrath returned for Sesame Street's 50th Anniversary Celebration in 2019.
December 4, 2022: Bob McGrath's Death
Bob McGrath passed away on December 4, 2022.
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