FRED ROGERS, 1928-2003: It was just announced (at 4:30 AM EST) that the childrens' host known to millions as Mr. Rogers has passed away at the age of 74.
Rogers' show, from his sweaters to his shoes to the Land of Make-Believe to visitors from friends like Mr. McFeeley, was an ever-present feature of my childhood, just as it was to tens of millions of others over many generations. And with re-runs, "Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood" is likely to touch many more.