Joanne Rogers, Widow Of TV’s ‘Mister Rogers’ And Frequent Guest On The Show, Was 92

Joanne Rogers, the widow of TV legend Fred Rodgers, died today from heart issues at her home in Pittsburgh at age 92. Fred Rogers Productions announced her passing on Twitter.

“Fred Rogers Productions is deeply saddened by the passing of Joanne Rogers,” said the  statement. “The loving partner of Fred Rogers for more than 50 years, she continued their shared commitment to supporting children and families after his death as chair of the board of Fred Rogers Productions.”