Joanne Rogers, the widow of Fred Rogers, dies at 92

Updated: 5:27 PM EST Jan 14, 2021

Above video: Mr. Rogers’ wife share’s the couple’s one-of-a-kind love storyJoanne Rogers, the widow of Fred Rogers, has died at the age of 92.David Newell, who played Mr. McFeeley on "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood" confirmed she passed away on Thursday.Newell said she had been hospitalized for several days.When the movie starring Tom Hanks, "A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood," debuted in 2019, Joanne Rogers told sister station WTAE-TV, "I've never had an experience like this before, and I hate to see it go away."Fred Rogers passed away in February 2003 at the age of 74.This is a developing story.

The widow of television icon Fred "Mister" Rogers, Joanne Rogers, has died. She was 92.

Fred Rogers Productions announced her passing on Twitter Thursday.

"Fred Rogers Productions is deeply saddened by the passing of Joanne Rogers," the production company said. "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."

David Newell, who portrayed Mr. McFeely on "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood," confirmed Joanne's passing to WTAE.

Joanne and Fred were married for more than 50 years before Fred died of cancer in 2003.

Fred was the host of the public television show "``Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood″ for more than 30 years.

"Joanne was a brilliant and accomplished musician, a wonderful advocate for the arts, and a dear friend to everyone in our organization," the production company said. "We extend our heartfelt condolences to Joanne’s family and the thousands of people who had the privilege of knowing and loving her."