- Became a Canadian citizen. (1994)
- Considered a Canadian cultural icon.
- Arrived in Canada in 1963 to work with Fred Rogers on a children's show for the CBC. When Rogers went back to the USA, the CBC offered him a part in a new show, which became Mr. Dressup.
- He was awarded the C.M.(Member of the Order of Canada) on May 9, 1996 for his services to communications and broadcasting in Canada.
- After retiring from Mr. Dressup in 1996, he continued to make personal appearances and performed in Toronto in several Ross Petty productions for children -- Peter Pan, Cinderella and Aladdin.
- He restored an Auburn automobile, a vintage car manufactured from 1903 to 1936. He attended Auburn car shows and rallies every chance he got.
- Moved to Canada. (1963)
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