Mrs. Joanne Rogers Recalls Mister Rogers' Neighborhood Tackling Racism with a Kiddie Pool

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  • čas přidán 12. 06. 2018
  • Mrs. Joanne Rogers talks about her her husband Fred Rogers' attempts to tackle big issues like racism on Mister Rogers' Neighborhood by sharing towels and kiddie pools.
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  • @MrWatchtower
    @MrWatchtower Před 6 lety +2301

    You notice that the audience....are quiet...like no joke quiet....this is a huge amount of respect to Mr. & Mrs. Rogers and how he's impacted a lot of lives when they were kids and even young adults who were entering the real world.

    • @1mespud
      @1mespud Před 5 lety +52

      True. The same happened when Fred Rodgers came on The Arsenio Hall Show back in the 90's. So much respect..

    • @ih8chz
      @ih8chz Před 5 lety +5

      the laughs are artificial but at least the directors are setting the tone

    • @screb1411
      @screb1411 Před 5 lety +2

      iH8chz they have a real audience

    • @alex_fang
      @alex_fang Před 5 lety +1

      @@ih8chz "the laughs are artificial"

    • @ih8chz
      @ih8chz Před 5 lety +1

      @@alex_fang you know the difference between the word "laughs" and the word "audience"?

  • @tk3326
    @tk3326 Před 6 lety +2130

    I had an awful scary childhood. I used to pretend mr. Rogers was my dad and when I would go outside I would have pretend adventures with him. His show was my safe place. And I am convinced his tv kindness kept me sane until I could get out of there on my own.

    • @1SouthernGirl08
      @1SouthernGirl08 Před 5 lety +67

      *hugs*

    • @tk3326
      @tk3326 Před 5 lety +29

      @@1SouthernGirl08 hugs back 💝

    • @Alan_One1
      @Alan_One1 Před 5 lety +81

      That made me tear up. I think Mr. Rogers would have liked to hear about your positive experience.

    • @markieharper9991
      @markieharper9991 Před 5 lety +9

      Amazing.

    • @SINGINGSALAZAR1
      @SINGINGSALAZAR1 Před 5 lety +22

      You are loved and have a purpose in this life. Sending hugs!

  • @noreenhewson6933
    @noreenhewson6933 Před 6 lety +2059

    I am not religious... but she, and her husband, were true Christians.

    • @MK-oz2lf
      @MK-oz2lf Před 6 lety +31

      Jesus Christ is a middle eastern replica of the story of Krishna from 1,000 BCE that traveled west through time. You don't need any religion to be compassionate.

    • @christophersmith8486
      @christophersmith8486 Před 5 lety +6

      mooncountry1017 amen, brother. God bless ya 🤟

    • @KiddsWorldEntertainment
      @KiddsWorldEntertainment Před 5 lety +32

      mooncountry1017 That’s 100% false, and besides the point

    • @sheshiechan
      @sheshiechan Před 5 lety +12

      @@MK-oz2lf Cool but time and place man

    • @MK-oz2lf
      @MK-oz2lf Před 5 lety +1

      @@sheshiechan it's always the right time to inform the public

  • @mallorycarll6280
    @mallorycarll6280 Před 6 lety +1078

    Brilliant end to the interview Jimmy-- what a gracious thing to write 243.
    For people who don't know, Mr. Rogers had this belief that "143" meant "I love you". There's 1 letter in I, 4 letters in love, and 3 letters in you. So flipping 143 into 243 aka "We love you" is just a beautiful tribute to Mr. and Mrs. Rogers.

    • @MsThorne2009
      @MsThorne2009 Před 5 lety +12

      Mallory Carll 😄I was wondering why it said 243 instead of 143. In HS my friends and I would always page each other with 143 for I love you.

    • @luvsyb
      @luvsyb Před 5 lety +22

      Thank you!!!!! 💃 I knew if I scrolled long enough some kind commenter would explain that to me!!!!!!! 🤣😂💕💯143🌹

    • @Aaackermann
      @Aaackermann Před 5 lety +3

      Thanks for this beautiful explanation!

    • @kenobiadc
      @kenobiadc Před 5 lety +7

      Thank you very much for this explanation. I'm from Brazil and I'm beginning to know just these days who the man was and the wonderful job he did. A truly icon!

    • @kristiv83
      @kristiv83 Před 5 lety

      💜💜💜

  • @billthecat666
    @billthecat666 Před 6 lety +864

    Washing another man's feet is a symbolic Christian thing to do.

    • @ThePerpetualStudent
      @ThePerpetualStudent Před 5 lety +36

      It is really humbling too. My dad and I were falling on hard times, one day we washed each others feet during "communion" and it truly softens the heart.

    • @Kyonak
      @Kyonak Před 5 lety +9

      It sounds like such an odd practice but it’s true

    • @RageyRage82
      @RageyRage82 Před 5 lety +18

      @@Kyonak well, it comes from ancient times in the middle east when feet would become really dirty. To wash someone's dirty feet was a humbling submission to serving people, so the symbolism continued throughout history in many Christian churches.
      Mabe that explains it so it doesn't seem so strange afterall.

    • @ganginfr4923
      @ganginfr4923 Před 5 lety +7

      @@RageyRage82 apparently the documentary says Roger's inspiration for the kiddie pool was a story in the bible where Jesus washed the feet of a disciple

    • @licktin1091
      @licktin1091 Před 4 lety +4

      Sean Maher i think i heard from somewhere that it was about Jesus Christ washing the feet of his disciples

  • @rabrencruz99
    @rabrencruz99 Před 3 lety +110

    She passed away today 😔 RIP Joanne. This interview is just touching and gets me emotional every time. You and Fred are back together again. 243! ❤️🙏🏼

    • @Sparkina
      @Sparkina Před 7 měsíci +3

      The lovely Mrs. Rogers (lovely inside AND out!) is now in Paradise with her beloved marital partner.

    • @weirdmatter
      @weirdmatter Před 4 měsíci

      Life is like a train ride.
      The passengers on the train are seemingly going to the same destination as you, but based on their belief in you or their belief that the train will get them to their desired destination they will stay on the ride or they will get off somewhere during the trip.
      People can and will get off at any stop.
      Just know that where people get off is more of an reflection on them, than it is on you.
      There will be a few people in your life that will make the whole trip with you, who believe in you, accept that you are human and that mistakes will be made along the way, and that you will get to your desired destination - together, no matter what.
      Be very grateful of these people.
      They are rare and when you find one, don't let go of them - ever.
      Be blessed for the ones who get on at the worst stops when no one is there.
      Remember those people, they are special.
      Always hold them dear to your heart.
      Be very wary of people sneaking on at certain stops when things are going good and acting like they have been there for the whole ride.
      For they will be the first to depart.
      There will be ones who secretly try to get off the ride and there will be those that very publicly will jump off.
      Don't pay any heed to the defectors.
      Pay heed to the passengers that are still on the trip.
      They are the important ones.
      If someone tries to get back on the train - don't be angry or hold a grudge, let them.
      Just see where they are around the next hard turn.
      If they are buckled in - accept them.
      If they are pulling the hand rail alarm again - then let them off the train freely and waste no space in your head for them again, ever.
      There will be times that the train will be moving slow, at almost a crawls pace.
      Appreciate that you can take in the view.
      There will be times where the train is going so fast that everything is a blur.
      Enjoy the sense of speed in your life, as it is exhilarating but unsustainable.
      There will also be the chance that the train derails.
      If that does happen, it will hurt, a lot, for a long time.
      But there will be people who will appear out of no where who will get you back on track.
      Those will be the people that will matter most in your life.
      Love them forever.
      For you can never repay these people.
      The thing is, that even if you could repay them, they wouldn't accept it anyway.
      Just pay it forward.
      Eventually your train will get to its final stop and you will need to deboard.
      At that time you will realize that life is about the journey AND the destination.
      Know and have faith that at the end of your ride your train will have the right passengers on board and all the passengers that were on board at one time or another were there for a distinct purpose.
      Enjoy the ride.

  • @OfficialDeejayW
    @OfficialDeejayW Před 6 lety +551

    Wow! 90 years old and she’s still so sharp and quick! Great interview. Mister Rogers was a true saint

    • @gabriellelittlefield5956
      @gabriellelittlefield5956 Před 4 lety

      I feel like when you grow old, your earlier memories are so engrained and shape you.

    • @henri3446
      @henri3446 Před 4 lety

      He wasn't a saint

    • @sevinacardinal9015
      @sevinacardinal9015 Před 4 lety +1

      lalala To some people he is. Don’t degrade others opinions. Keep it to yourself.

    • @henri3446
      @henri3446 Před 4 lety +2

      @@sevinacardinal9015 Rogers said that he doesn't think he is a saint

    • @saintejeannedarc9460
      @saintejeannedarc9460 Před 4 lety +3

      @@henri3446 Saints never think they are saints, that's part of sainthood.

  • @51Saffron
    @51Saffron Před 6 lety +470

    Bob Ross and Mr. Rogers, we need more people like you today.

    • @haveagreatday2823
      @haveagreatday2823 Před 6 lety +1

      51Saffron - Who is Bob Ross?

    • @AkbarSajjad
      @AkbarSajjad Před 6 lety +23

      My Opinion! Bob Ross is the Mr. Rogers of Painting. He was amazing, look him up dude. Bob Ross had a painting show on PBS, where he would paint scenes from nature, while talking in a quiet, soothing voice the entire time.

    • @samoanfun11
      @samoanfun11 Před 6 lety +10

      Yes, They both had the quiet, inspirational voices for their shows.

    • @tadstrange1465
      @tadstrange1465 Před 5 lety +2

      My Opinion!
      czcams.com/video/lLWEXRAnQd0/video.html

    • @kingfloch3058
      @kingfloch3058 Před 5 lety +2

      My Opinion! How dare you not know who bob ross is lol

  • @ShanMarie513
    @ShanMarie513 Před 6 lety +639

    We are not being the people Mr. Rogers taught us to be. We need to spend more time being nice and less time trying to be right. 💔

    • @danamcdowell9060
      @danamcdowell9060 Před 6 lety +11

      Shannon G I totally agree with this sentiment!

    • @1mespud
      @1mespud Před 5 lety +13

      I agree also. Seems as more people today due to the hateful media and politics, don't want to be "humble" anymore and feel they have to be some sort of "fictional badass" in order to be or to get things done.which is a shame and kind of a copout. Everyone be careful out there..

    • @exoticcar5482
      @exoticcar5482 Před 5 lety +1

      Not to be that guy but I think that both are just as important

    • @rossmathias5675
      @rossmathias5675 Před 5 lety +4

      Amen sister

    • @emcanet
      @emcanet Před 5 lety +2

      agree. People change themselves. We can only inspire others to change. I had a friend inspire me in high school and I have subsequently (and without intending) inspired others. It is a powerful thing to learn your kindness, sense of logic, confidence, ability to critique and challenge your self have inspired others to make a step in bettering themselves. We also need to allow people to evolve. I see folks actively attempting to keep others from any kind of betterment of self.

  • @thatasiangirl2688
    @thatasiangirl2688 Před 4 lety +251

    Mr.Rogers didn’t die, God just needed a neighbor.

    • @nicoledavies8506
      @nicoledavies8506 Před 4 lety +3

      Unicorns FOREVER ❤️❤️❤️❤️

    • @calebk9111
      @calebk9111 Před 4 lety +6

      I'm crying in the club rn

    • @kelceynicole
      @kelceynicole Před 4 lety +5

      oh stop😪 that almost made me cry!

    • @radsical1392
      @radsical1392 Před 4 lety +6

      Ok this comment made me tear up

    • @LizaLavolta
      @LizaLavolta Před 4 lety +1

      Those who know the Lord like he did will never perish and will go home to be with the Lord. I don't think you realize your comment was biblically accurate..

  • @dee1540
    @dee1540 Před 6 lety +438

    Best interview Jimmy's done for the show. You made all the fans of Mr. Rogers proud. Mrs. Rogers what a sweet and lovely lady.

  • @kristaw2686
    @kristaw2686 Před 6 lety +203

    I didn't realize how much Mr Rogers meant to me. I watched him every day as a little girl who didn't have too many friends. I watched, and then I grew up and didn't think about it much. Until the day I heard the news that Mr Rogers had died. The tears escaped my eyes and I was surprised at my own reaction. I thought "you're being so silly. You didn't even know the guy.", But the thing is, I did. He was my friend. I didn't realize what a strong impact he had on my life until I realized he was no longer with us.

    • @Ritabug34
      @Ritabug34 Před 5 lety +2

      I'm with you, he was such a great man.

    • @fahq285
      @fahq285 Před 5 lety +1

      I love Mr Rogers...

    • @gatorgirlsj74
      @gatorgirlsj74 Před 5 lety +1

      Krista Ward I couldn’t agree more.

    • @kalligerboe4100
      @kalligerboe4100 Před 4 lety

      Krista ward the show is still on it's on PBS I think on Sunday mornings !!it's not on all the time though

  • @minners19
    @minners19 Před 6 lety +197

    The feet together in the pool, is also from the Bible, that we are not above washing OTHER people's feet. I loved him, still do! 💗

  • @viktorcheng2061
    @viktorcheng2061 Před 6 lety +317

    Mister Rogers was a legend.🙏🏻

    • @rambam77
      @rambam77 Před 5 lety +2

      *is

    • @lovejj91
      @lovejj91 Před 5 lety +1

      Viktor Cheng i agree

    • @lynchosky
      @lynchosky Před 4 lety +1

      Once while working fred drove to work to do his tv show and at the end of the day, like everyone he went to drive home , his car was gone"and someone had stolen it. Fred reported it to the police and by the next day his car was parked at the tv station intact with a note to Fred Rogers, "we're sorry we took your car we didnt know it was YOUR car."

  • @JordyAgain
    @JordyAgain Před 6 lety +727

    What a nice interview. Jimmy gets ragged on a lot but I couldn't imagine other talk show hosts doing this interview better.

    • @sunshinemishasmommy5352
      @sunshinemishasmommy5352 Před 6 lety +49

      It was a nice interview..Jimmy does get ragged on alot for alot of stuff...personally,I like the fact that he doesn't go too far into Trump jokes..it seems that everyone else relishes getting into it and it's getting old...I could not have imagined anyone else interviewing that lovely woman...Jimmy is a kind and decent person IMO

    • @mshockey73
      @mshockey73 Před 6 lety +9

      agree...

    • @thedaniplanet
      @thedaniplanet Před 6 lety +30

      I agree! Jimmy seems like a genuinely sweet guy and he seemed so sincere here! I think that people fault his enthusiasm- but really, every host has their ways to speed things along to conform to time and to flatter their guests and to laugh at stories they've probably heard. Jimmy just does it in a really fun and silly way.

    • @JordyAgain
      @JordyAgain Před 6 lety +21

      I think you're right. He's just so enthusiastic which rubs some people the wrong way and may come across as fake. I for one like it, it's positive, infectious. Jimmy's simply fun and refreshing compared to a lot of hosts who rely on sarcastic humor. I don't need politics or heavy subjects on my late night show.
      Give me fun skits, games and interviews.

    • @nones100
      @nones100 Před 6 lety +8

      Exactly with all the politics going on I don't see Colbert Conan or Meyers having this woman as a guest and being as genuine and sincere as Jimmy was

  • @PeepsMcNutley
    @PeepsMcNutley Před 6 lety +204

    Mr Rogers is my childhood... what an amazing couple they were.

  • @ThoseTwoBrits1
    @ThoseTwoBrits1 Před 6 lety +389

    She's such a legend!!

    • @stumack9755
      @stumack9755 Před 6 lety +9

      Her husband is the legend.

    • @Elvis__TCB
      @Elvis__TCB Před 6 lety +19

      She is actually a very accomplished concert pianist.

    • @RoyalMasterpiece
      @RoyalMasterpiece Před 6 lety +19

      Stu Mack She counts. Behind every great man is a great woman. ❤️

    • @tiawilliams5690
      @tiawilliams5690 Před 6 lety +2

      RoyalMasterpiece She counts but isn’t the legend. Fred’s parents count as well but they aren’t legends either.

    • @heatheralfano1871
      @heatheralfano1871 Před 4 lety

      A skinny legend 💕

  • @Allenstergess
    @Allenstergess Před 6 lety +97

    I got to meet Mr. Rogers back in the 80's, such an amazing person, an awesome gift!

    • @chrisitl
      @chrisitl Před 6 lety +9

      William Reed you are so lucky! I am so jealous!!!

  • @mykiemilford720
    @mykiemilford720 Před 4 lety +19

    I’ve never been wild about Jimmy Fallon but credit where it’s due. He nailed this interview. It was lovely and insightful and full of positive sincerity. Mrs. Rogers clearly felt Fallon and the audience’s love and gratitude

    • @meman6964
      @meman6964 Před 6 měsíci +1

      But he STILL INTERRUPTED her, good interviewer is QUIET do guest can answer fully

  • @ec-3163
    @ec-3163 Před 3 lety +11

    She sadly passed away earlier today at the age of 92. Thanks for keeping Fred’s spirit alive throughout the years.

  • @dawnbliesener7679
    @dawnbliesener7679 Před 6 lety +116

    We so need a Mr. Rogers especially now...

    • @MissKK660
      @MissKK660 Před 6 lety +1

      Dawn BLiesener problem is there will never be anyone as genuine and unafraid to speak just to children in their language

    • @jstone8402
      @jstone8402 Před 4 lety +3

      Be the lessons mr rogers taught and he still will be here

    • @HeatheersVlogs
      @HeatheersVlogs Před 4 lety

      Agreed! They need to bring his snow back!

  • @Noneblue39
    @Noneblue39 Před 6 lety +125

    mr rogers ' neighborhood was probably one of my first pbs tv shows i watched as a kid at tender young age. what an icon and he was one of the most genuine people on TV.

  • @archersterling5919
    @archersterling5919 Před 6 lety +235

    I didnt know people used to put acid into pools to keep black people from using them. This is so recent and insane!

    • @sunshinemishasmommy5352
      @sunshinemishasmommy5352 Před 6 lety +43

      I remember as a child hearing that people did things like that and thought "why would anyone do something so horrible?"..but that's the thing,children don't understand such things,they think everyone should love everyone..that's what I loved about Mr.Rogers is that he talked about "adult stuff" but in a way that was accessible to children but didn't frighten them..there's not alot of people who have that gift..but Fred Rogers was a special person indeed and he is still much beloved and missed...but at least with this new documentary his beautiful spirit will once again be brought to a world that sorely needs kindness,love,and compassion :)

    • @veggigoddess
      @veggigoddess Před 6 lety +22

      Archer Sterling sounds like something the Trump cult would do now

    • @TELEVISIONARCHIVES
      @TELEVISIONARCHIVES Před 6 lety +10

      Actually this makes no sense they put acid in the pool so black people wouldn't go in it so I guess white people could go into acid water

    • @didderjade
      @didderjade Před 6 lety +29

      TELEVISIONARCHIVES White people didn't get into the acid water. Black people would get into segregated pools as a protest, same way they did sit-ins at segregated lunch counters, and white people would pour acid into the water to harm the protestors and get them out.

    • @tigerfanfrv
      @tigerfanfrv Před 6 lety +9

      wouldn't that render the pool unusable for everyone?

  • @JayAyers
    @JayAyers Před 5 lety +44

    243
    Man, anything Mr. Rogers related makes me cry. He was really an amazing man. I'm glad I lived in an era where he was still doing his show.

    • @alisias8365
      @alisias8365 Před 5 lety +1

      Jay Ayers me too! He makes me so emotional.

  • @jomontanee
    @jomontanee Před 6 lety +121

    I am from another part of a the world but eventhough I don’t know Mr. Rogers this interview makes me teary. It’s so beautiful especially the end 234. My heart explodes with happiness and love. Thank you so much.

    • @REE71901
      @REE71901 Před 6 lety +2

      Jo Montanee youtube episodes.... it was such a great tv show!! Id watch it as an adult!

    • @DarthSinistris
      @DarthSinistris Před 4 lety

      watch clips on youtube. You've missed out, but as long as you're still alive, i'ts not too late to watch.

    • @lynchosky
      @lynchosky Před 4 lety

      You xan contact fredrogers.org and ask abt how to get episodes in your country or town. And yes CZcams episodes if u can

  • @Mikki220
    @Mikki220 Před 6 lety +88

    She is lovely. I grew up with that show. I loved him. And Trolley.

  • @brittanylynne7794
    @brittanylynne7794 Před 6 lety +36

    One of the most remarkable men to ever live. And that part about the kiddie pool made me emotional, but shows what a compassionate man Fred was and the importance of equality. He spread love, he spread kindness, and he spread joy. RIP and God bless you, Mr. Rogers. May we all strive to be good neighbors like you were

  • @surfy388
    @surfy388 Před 6 lety +176

    She represents Christianity! What a wonderful woman.

    • @jeffreyrubio9888
      @jeffreyrubio9888 Před 5 lety +1

      I wouldn't say that. But yes she is a wonderful women

    • @cauliflowerpower1025
      @cauliflowerpower1025 Před 4 lety +1

      @@jeffreyrubio9888 I would say that

    • @tek512
      @tek512 Před 3 lety

      @@jeffreyrubio9888 Mr. Rogers and his wife are basically textbook Christians. They are, according to the Bible, what Christians are *supposed* to be. The closed minded way many Christians conduct themselves in this day and age is in fact very antithetical to the intended behaviors outlined in the book.

    • @selwynbracamonte4220
      @selwynbracamonte4220 Před 3 lety

      @@tek512 I don't think they were traditionalist christians I think they were more of progressive christians. Are they in the catholic denomination? My friar always said whoever that person may be, the way we approach them is still the same, with respect and acknowledging their dignity.

  • @forgottengraves
    @forgottengraves Před 5 lety +9

    Fred and Joanne are so wholesome and pioneering people. I will forever be thankful for all of the important values and lessons that Fred taught us throughout the years.

  • @darrin81128112
    @darrin81128112 Před 5 lety +21

    Mr Rogers was a walking talking GOLDEN RULE. Treat others how you would want to be treated period. 😇

  • @phenomenalgirl
    @phenomenalgirl Před 6 lety +19

    My heart is bursting for Mr. Rogers and Mrs. Rogers. They taught me so much as a child and I am so grateful.

  • @christiancholodiuk7836
    @christiancholodiuk7836 Před 6 lety +10

    The respect that the audience had for Mrs. Rogers and her stories of Mr. Rogers is incredible. You can tell how many people he truly had a positive affect on.

  • @TheRealStevieB
    @TheRealStevieB Před 3 lety +2

    Rip Joanne when you get to Heaven, give Fred a hug 🤗 for us. Thank you for sharing him and the neighborhood with all of us. We love ❤️ you.

  • @LazyIRanch
    @LazyIRanch Před 6 lety +21

    Wow, she is so wonderful, and a beautiful soul like her husband! I live off of Hwy 243, I'll never look at that number the same way.

  • @rayvenheath363
    @rayvenheath363 Před 6 lety +45

    Oh how much I loved him as a kid. I cannot wait until my sons a little bit older so I can show him Mr. Roger's 😍

  • @southernsass2937
    @southernsass2937 Před 6 lety +171

    This is Love ppl. ❤

    • @seongchoi6354
      @seongchoi6354 Před 6 lety +5

      Too All Everyone In This World You Are Not Told You Are Loved Enough So I Tell You All I Love You, Have A Great Day Or Night Where Every You Are.

    • @southernsass2937
      @southernsass2937 Před 6 lety +3

      Seong Choi. So sweet of you. Love & ((hugs)) back to you! If everyone treated each other, what a wonderful world this would be ❤⚘❤

  • @leemclaury6251
    @leemclaury6251 Před 4 lety +13

    Why would someone give it a “thumbs down” ? Really ? what a gem Mrs. Rogers is too .

  • @MarcelLWalker
    @MarcelLWalker Před 6 lety +6

    Numerous times I've watched the video of Fred Rogers testifying before the Senate Subcommittee in defense of PBS, including in the documentary WON'T YOU BE MY NEIGHBOR? Every time I come away awed at Rogers' understanding and command of the human spirit. Even listening to Fallon's brief description gives me chills. It's a stirring moment of selfless oratory from a true American hero.

  • @bushbasher85
    @bushbasher85 Před 3 lety +2

    RIP. Reunited with Fred. Thanks Joanne for all the great work you did.

  • @darcybhaiwala7057
    @darcybhaiwala7057 Před 4 lety +3

    I'm finishing university with a lot of anxiety and I can't tell you how many times I've listened to Mr. Rogers voice just to calm me down. It's like a nostalgic and safe hug.

  • @geoffreyfeinberg9792
    @geoffreyfeinberg9792 Před 6 lety +29

    I grew up watching this show. He was a good man and presenter. Can't wait to see this documentary and the movie planned for Tom Hanks.

  • @jenniferwatson6099
    @jenniferwatson6099 Před 6 lety +15

    Mr Rogers was the best! No one can replace him!

  • @sharonrook6647
    @sharonrook6647 Před 6 lety +17

    What a sweet, lovely lady. Thanks Jimmy!

  • @jordandack3706
    @jordandack3706 Před 3 lety +2

    RIP Joanne Rogers.
    Reunited with her husband, Fred.
    God has 2 wonderful neighbour's now.
    🙏❤

  • @robinholbrook6576
    @robinholbrook6576 Před 4 lety

    I’m 73. I raised two daughters who are near 50 now. Mr. Rogers was OUR favorite show. The three of us watched. I haven’t forgotten the lessons. Each and every day to be KIND is my go. At the end of the day it doesn’t matter if I was right or wrong. What matters is was I kind? Thank you, Mr. Rogers. And thank YOU, Mrs. Rogers for loving him and taking care of him so that he could so much to us. We are more than blessed to have had you BOTH! ❤️🥰❤️

  • @caseys.7804
    @caseys.7804 Před 6 lety +10

    Thank you for sharing your husband with the world. We appreciate you so much! 243 Mrs. Rogers!

  • @naturalQueeP
    @naturalQueeP Před 6 lety +37

    Mister Rodger's Neighborhood was my introduction to social justice.

  • @slaterjl
    @slaterjl Před 6 lety +25

    That was the sweetest interview ❤️

  • @jakegreen7103
    @jakegreen7103 Před 3 lety +3

    In loving memory of Joanne Rogers (1928-2021)

  • @vlogsnstufflikethat
    @vlogsnstufflikethat Před 5 lety +2

    i grew up feeling very lost and alone and Mr. Rogers helped me realize that i can be anything i want. i wanted to be like him my whole life. he really helped me when times were tough and he still does to this day. i can't think of a better human being to get the privilege to grow up with. he was the best neighbor you could have. it comforts me to know that he is in the neighborhood of heaven waiting for his television neighbors to join him. he will never die in my heart. he's very much alive and well. I'm tearing up as i type this because i loved the man so much. which i know he would say is ok. his heart and soul went into everything he did and i still smile just seeing him. he will always be my favorite neighbor. God bless Mr. and Mrs. rogers

  • @vernskid
    @vernskid Před 3 lety +2

    May she Rest In Peace. Such a sad loss, a true kind heart.

  • @relicman
    @relicman Před 6 lety +57

    If we could all channel just a little bit of Fred Rogers, we'd all be better off.

    • @stolasgoetia93
      @stolasgoetia93 Před 5 lety +2

      That's easy to do. Simply just stop and think what would Fred Rogers do?

  • @jondstewart
    @jondstewart Před měsícem

    I never expected Mr. Rogers wife to be this kind of woman. Upbeat, southern, and down to earth. What a fine lady Joanne was! She was a great counterpart to his warm, calm, and kind demeanor!

  • @dwalex97209
    @dwalex97209 Před 6 lety +2

    Joanne, thank you for sharing the gift that was your husband Fred. He was such a jewel to millions of us who watched and grew up with him, and obviously a treasure to you and your boys. We need more Fred Rogers in this world. Now more than ever before.

  • @PositiveZ7
    @PositiveZ7 Před 4 lety +1

    I am gushing so much love for this! Thanks Jimmy, Mr. & Mrs. Rogers are so important to so many of us. Thank you

  • @ashleyhoneywell7893
    @ashleyhoneywell7893 Před 4 lety +2

    I loved this whole clip but at the end with the 243 it really got me and brought tears to my eyes

  • @hyacinthp4882
    @hyacinthp4882 Před 6 lety +6

    This is what love looks like for sure.. Loved Mr. Rogers..remembering watching it with my children

  • @Rooster2628
    @Rooster2628 Před 6 lety +3

    I am so thankful that he could do what he did with children in such a genuine way. Pure love for children and for mankind.

  • @lorrietomb1745
    @lorrietomb1745 Před 6 lety +15

    I loved Mr Rodgers he was from MY HOMETOWN AND MET HIM SEVERAL TIMES. He gave back to his town alot

    • @Sparkina
      @Sparkina Před 5 lety +2

      You met him in person? You met this fine, delightful fellow IN PERSON?!? I am so JEALOUS

  • @dixonnegron1083
    @dixonnegron1083 Před 5 lety +1

    I group up watching Mr.Rogers n how calming of a soul he was. I always thought I was the only one who just adored this man because no one would really talk about him much. I think no one ever admitted that they loved this man. So when there was talk about Mr,Rogers and documentary I was so happy knowing I wasn’t the only one, I felt finally he’s getting the recognition that he deserves. It was a beautiful day in the neighborhood!!

  • @lindyloudamato
    @lindyloudamato Před 6 lety +4

    Miss him you are so wonderful sharing him with us.

  • @naturallydope6971
    @naturallydope6971 Před 4 lety +3

    I love love watching him when I was a kid growing up in the 80s he was like the nicest person in the world

  • @mauricepowers3804
    @mauricepowers3804 Před 6 lety

    Oh Jimmy, this your finest hour interviewing Mrs. Rogers!! Such love between you two...thank you, thank you!!💖💖💖

  • @Aaackermann
    @Aaackermann Před 5 lety

    I am from germany and we haven't had Mr Rogers here (but we had someone similar who always brought me joy), but to learn about him and his lovely show even as an adult let me be respectfull and happy about this person!
    I wish you all the best and fondest memories of him!
    I know your feeling!

  • @Elizll
    @Elizll Před 4 lety +1

    Cannot love this enough. Jimmy's interview, the clip, her precious EVERYTHING, the perfect ending . . . love it

  • @soggybeanburrito
    @soggybeanburrito Před 4 lety +2

    She reminds me of my old neighbor and we need more mr. rogers now more than ever to talk to kids and even teenagers bc he made an impact on my life and im pretty young

  • @buddy3635
    @buddy3635 Před 3 lety +2

    She passed away today...
    Rest In Peace to both of them

  • @uhavemooface
    @uhavemooface Před 5 lety +1

    There will never be another person like Mr Rogers. He was one of a kind. I watched him growing up. I use to watch his show every single day. It was so good.

  • @tuyetcong-ton-nu1388
    @tuyetcong-ton-nu1388 Před 6 lety

    We need more Mr. Rogers in the world today, more kindness, compassion and love!

  • @andiestone
    @andiestone Před 6 lety +6

    Great interview. I loved the 243. Very sweet Jimmy.

  • @adriannuno
    @adriannuno Před 3 lety +2

    Cannot believe she is gone. May she rest in peace, now being reunited with her husband.

  • @binklebabe4725
    @binklebabe4725 Před 6 lety +6

    How lovely to meet his wonderful wife!

  • @ShavonMersing
    @ShavonMersing Před 5 lety

    We all can still learn from Mr. Rogers! I can only hope to show the kind of love he and his wife did to the world ❤️

  • @ericasmyth3397
    @ericasmyth3397 Před 5 lety +1

    I did a paper in college on Mr.Rogers. I loved Mr. Rogers. I love how they talk about his life and the impact he made on the children and adults lives.

  • @conniesexauer
    @conniesexauer Před 6 lety +1

    Super interview and great documentary. 1-4-3 was our family motto from my parents.

  • @aceofbass95
    @aceofbass95 Před 6 lety

    This is so incredibly wholesome. I really needed this today

  • @gcooper642
    @gcooper642 Před 6 lety +1

    Wow I saw that photo and though how boring and the fact it was such a big deal they were sharing the padding pool together blows my mind. So subtle and so powerful.

  • @melissanevin5034
    @melissanevin5034 Před 5 lety +2

    I loved Mr. Rogers so much! My Dad teased me about him and told me that Mr. Rogers had stinky feet when changing his shoes. I would get so upset with my Dad for saying that. Oh how I wish my Dad was here to go see the new movie about him with me.

  • @msanrai
    @msanrai Před 6 lety +6

    Legends. Both of them.

  • @billieguy9801
    @billieguy9801 Před 4 lety

    I get choked up every time I watch anything on him, not due to sadness but absolute over joyed at his pure compassionate love, and regret that we all cannot seem to genuinely love and care about each other unconditionally. Myself included.😔

  • @briannarenni
    @briannarenni Před 6 lety +3

    my mother showed me this episode with a child friendly explanation...it was a powerful show.

  • @adrianajimenez4342
    @adrianajimenez4342 Před 5 lety +1

    What a wonderful show!!! Love you Mr Rogers.

  • @jonesba2004
    @jonesba2004 Před 5 lety

    Thanks Jimmy. Wonderful interview.

  • @timothyjames9667
    @timothyjames9667 Před 6 lety

    That is your best yet Jimmy. Sincerity totally. Look forward to seeing you. Timothy James.

  • @AndySaenz
    @AndySaenz Před 4 lety +1

    WOW, I’ve never seen or heard Jimmy Fallon’s audience this quiet! Everyone had such a profound respect for Mr. and Mrs. Rogers.

  • @forbiddenlovess
    @forbiddenlovess Před 6 lety +18

    Best show ever !!!!

  • @nickbuckley4371
    @nickbuckley4371 Před 3 lety

    My parents watched this with me to be their to answer questions we always sung the song thank you for raising me right I couldn’t have been more blessed

  • @PsoPstrong
    @PsoPstrong Před 6 lety +2

    I love that little boy she talked about on the documentary! How funny and cute!

  • @anniehoneybee3866
    @anniehoneybee3866 Před 6 lety +1

    He was such a caring and wonderful man. He cared so much for children.

  • @rafthethinker4948
    @rafthethinker4948 Před 6 lety +3

    Just watching an interview ABOUT him gets me choked up

  • @LiveINtheGood53
    @LiveINtheGood53 Před 4 lety

    243= We love you! That was such a great touch! Very well done!

  • @Katie81477
    @Katie81477 Před 5 lety +1

    I had an amazing childhood that included a daily ritual of watching Mr. Rogers with my dad when he got home from work. And when I had my son, I made sure that when he was old enough to watch tv he watched Sesame Street and Mr. Rogers.

  • @corner559
    @corner559 Před 5 lety +2

    Wow, never seen Fallon quite like this. You can just feel the reverence coming through the screen.

  • @TheRealJohnMadden
    @TheRealJohnMadden Před 2 měsíci

    What a privilege it must’ve been to be Fred’s companion in life. They must’ve shared so many beautiful moments together.

  • @boxofficegal79
    @boxofficegal79 Před 3 lety +2

    243...we love you, Mrs. Rogers. RIP. 🙏❤

  • @tycobb8298
    @tycobb8298 Před 4 lety +2

    Rest in peace to Fred Rogers the man who made the world better and happier thank you

  • @christinamoreno9505
    @christinamoreno9505 Před 6 lety +5

    They make a spin off called Daniel tigers neighborhood. I've watched it with my son and it's beautifully done in my opinion. 🙂

  • @RoyalMasterpiece
    @RoyalMasterpiece Před 5 lety

    Please have her back. We love and adore her. ❤️

  • @jayd1426
    @jayd1426 Před 3 lety

    RIP Mrs. Rogers. God bless you 😢. I’m forever thankful to Mr. Rogers for helping me be the person I am today.

  • @z0m813
    @z0m813 Před 5 lety

    you know I just miss PBS in general not only mister rogers but all of the classic shows on there I learned so much from Mr. Rogers and countless others on the channel we need more people like him in this world