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In a surprising twist that has sent shockwaves through the educational television community, beloved children’s entertainer Ms. Rachel has officially taken over Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood. The first order of business? Retiring the iconic overalls for a collection of cozy cardigans that would make your grandma jealous.

The announcement was made during a special episode where Ms. Rachel serenaded the audience with a heartwarming rendition of “Won’t You Be My Neighbor?” leaving millions of toddlers confused and nostalgic adults thrilled.

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[–] cmbabul@lemmy.world 17 points 4 months ago* (last edited 4 months ago) (1 children)

I watched Mr Rogers all the time as a kid, I give him a lot of credit for the values I have as an adult and hold him in the highest esteem. He would be elated for Ms Rachel to take over I’m certain of it, that’s just the kind of guy he was and what little I’ve seen of her with my young nephew cements it.

Presbyterians don't have canonized saints, the way Catholics do. But if they did, Fred Rogers would probably be at the top of the list.