Bob McGrath

Versatile performer Bob McGrath spoke in great detail about his 35-year run as “Bob” on the classic children’s series Sesame Street, for which he has appeared continuously from the beginning of its run.  He described his casting on the show, a typical production week and the response he has gotten from viewers through the years.  He talked about important moments such as the episode that dealt with the death of Mr. Hooper, the marriage of Maria and Luis, and the adoption of Miles.  He also talked about key creative talent from the series including: Joan Ganz Cooney (who developed the series), Jim Henson, and writer Jeff Moss, as well as performers Sonia Manzano, Loretta Long, Matt Robinson, Will Lee, and Carroll Spinney. McGrath also talked about his early career, including his appearance as a featured singer on Mitch Miller’s series Sing Along with Mitch. The two-hour interview was conducted on July 15, 2004 in New York City by Karen Herman.