Personal Info
Known For Acting
Known Credits 8
Gender Male
Birthday November 26, 1927
Day of Death September 18, 2001 (73 years old)
Place of Birth Lewiston, Maine, USA
Also Known As
- Ernest "Ernie" Arthur Coombs
- Ernest Arthur Coombs
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Biography
Ernest "Ernie" Arthur Coombs, CM, born on November 26, 1927, in Lewiston, Maine, was a beloved Canadian children's entertainer known as "Mr. Dressup." He became an icon in Canadian television with his show, which aired from 1967 to 1996. Coombs enchanted audiences with his gentle demeanour, creative storytelling, and the adventures he shared with his puppet friends, Casey and Finnegan. His dedication to children's education and imaginative play earned him accolades, including the Order of Canada in 1996. Coombs passed away on September 18, 2001, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and a lasting impact on generations of children.
Ernest "Ernie" Arthur Coombs, CM, born on November 26, 1927, in Lewiston, Maine, was a beloved Canadian children's entertainer known as "Mr. Dressup." He became an icon in Canadian television with his show, which aired from 1967 to 1996. Coombs enchanted audiences with his gentle demeanour, creative storytelling, and the adventures he shared with his puppet friends, Casey and Finnegan. His dedication to children's education and imaginative play earned him accolades, including the Order of Canada in 1996. Coombs passed away on September 18, 2001, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and a lasting impact on generations of children.
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