Bill Barker was an American actor who is best known for Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood, MisteRogers, and The Muppet Movie.
Personal and Family Life
Bill Barker was born on February 14, 1927, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He earned both his master’s and doctorate degrees from the Pittsburgh Theological Seminary. Details about his family life are not widely documented.
Death and Legacy
Bill Barker passed away on July 8, 2012, in Wellfleet, Massachusetts. His contributions to children’s television have left a lasting impact, particularly through his work on Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood, where he became a beloved character.
Filmography
| Title | Year | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood | 1969–2001 | Dr. Bill Platypus, Elsie Jean Platypus, Ana Platypus | TV Series |
| The Muppet Movie | 1979 | Muppet Performer (uncredited) | Film |
| MisteRogers | 1966 | Clockmaker Barker (as William Pierson Barker) | TV Series |
| Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood | 1972 | Performer: “I’m Proud of You” | Soundtrack |