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Actor

Ernie Coombs

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Acting credits

7

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Smaller on-screen catalog so far.

TMDB popularity

0.6

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Movies: 4Series: 3Crew credits: 3

TMDB ID: 1228587

IMDb ID: nm0177672

Known for: Acting

Born: November 26, 1927

Died: September 18, 2001

Age: 73

Place of birth: Lewiston, Maine, USA

Gender: Male

Adult content flag: No

Career span: 1968 - 2023

Years active: 56

Average TMDB rating: 5.98

Wikidata: Q152345

Also known as

Ernest "Ernie" Arthur Coombs • Ernest Arthur Coombs

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Writer (2)Creator (1)

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.

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