Bob McGrath
Singer and actor from Sesame Street
Born
June 13th, 1932
93 years ago
Died
December 4th, 2022
2 years ago — 90 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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Performed as 'Bob Johnson' on Sesame Street
Released children's music albums
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