Bob Keeshan

Robert James "Bob" Keeshan (June 27, 1927 – January 23, 2004) was an American television producer and actor. He is most notable as the title character of the children's television program Captain Kangaroo, which became an icon for millions of people during its 30-year run from 1955 to 1984.Keeshan also played the original "Clarabell the Clown" on the Howdy Doody television program.

Personal facts

Bob Keeshan
Birth dateJune 27, 1927
Birth nameRobert James Keeshan
Birth place
Lynbrook New York
Date of deathJanuary 23, 2004
Place of death
Vermont , Windsor Vermont , Hartford Windsor Vermont
Education
Fordham University

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  1. http://famousclowns.org/famous-clowns/bob-keeshan-captain-kangaroo-the-original-clarabell-the-clown