TV Hosts who died on September 18

Take a focused look at the tv hosts who passed away on September 18. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 2001 Ernie Coombs

  Ernie Coombs was an American-born Canadian television host and entertainer best known for his iconic role as 'Mr. Dressup', a beloved children's show that aired on CBC Television from 1967 to 1996. He became a celebrated figure in Canadian children's programming and made significant contributions to public broadcasting. [bio]