Ernie Coombs

Born: 1927-11-26

Ernest "Ernie" Arthur Coombs, CM, born on November 26, 1927, in Lewiston, Maine, was a beloved Canadian children's entertainer known as "Mr. Dressup." He became an icon in Canadian television with his show, which aired from 1967 to 1996. Coombs enchanted audiences with his gentle demeanour, creative storytelling, and the adventures he shared with his puppet friends, Casey and Finnegan. His dedication to children's education and imaginative play earned him accolades, including the Order of Canada in 1996. Coombs passed away on September 18, 2001, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and a lasting impact on generations of children.


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Mr. Dressup: The Magic of Make Believe

as Self
Released: 2023-09-08

Kindness, creativity, inclusivity, and a touch of magic makes the world a brighter place....

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Mr. Dressup: Tickle Trunk Treasures - Blue

as Mr. Dressup
Released: 2002-01-01

Join hosts Casey and Finnegan in this special video collection as they revisit carefree...

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Mr. Dressup: Tickle Trunk Treasures - Red

as Mr. Dressup
Released: 2002-01-01

Join hosts Casey and Finnegan in this special video collection as they revisit carefree...

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Mr. Dressup: Tickle Trunk Treasures - Green

as Mr. Dressup
Released: 2002-06-21

Join hosts Casey and Finnegan in this special video collection as they revisit carefree...

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Mister Rogers' Neighborhood

as Frog Puppet / Various
First aired: 1968-02-19

Mister Rogers' Neighborhood is an American children's television series that was created and...

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Butternut Square

as Mr Dressup
First aired:

Butternut Square was a Canadian children's television series which aired on CBC Television...

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Simon in the Land of Chalk Drawings

as Narrator
First aired: 2002-09-02

A new series premiered in 2002 on Teletoon in Canada, with a new theme song, an updated and more...

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