Mister Rogers has been a beloved presence in American homes for decades. His gentle voice, kind demeanor and signature routine of changing into his cardigan made him a comforting figure for viewers of ...

Won’t You Be My Neighbor Day” is celebrated on Fred Rogers’ birthday on March 20 and encourages people to perform random acts of kindness.

You feel Joanne and Fred Rogers’ presence. It is as if he will walk in, sit down and change into his red cardigan sweater and put on a pair of Sperry-brand blue sneakers,” as he did on the show.

You don't know who Mister Rogers is, outside the cultural parody. You're thinking, What in the hell does a cardigan-wearing after school special like Mr. Rogers have to do with anything?

At first glance, Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood and Saved by the Bell might seem worlds apart — one featuring a soft-spoken ordained minister in a cardigan, the other showcasing trendy teens ...