Sesame Street star Mcgrath dies
Sesame Street has paid tribute to cast member Bob Mcgrath, who was a "beloved member" of the show for more than 50 years, following his death aged 90.
The actor, musician and children's author, who was known as one of the first non-muppet regular characters on the US children's show, died peacefully at his home, his family confirmed.
A statement shared on his official Facebook said: "The Mcgrath family has some sad news to share. Our father Bob
Mcgrath, passed away today. He died peacefully at home, surrounded by his family."
Mcgrath was a founding cast member when Sesame Street premiered in 1969, playing Bob Johnson, a friendly neighbour to puppet characters, including Big Bird, Oscar the Grouch, Bert and Ernie, Cookie Monster, Grover, and Elmo.
He made his final appearance in 2017, marking an almost five-decade-long career in the Sesame Street world.