Koko the Gorilla Meets Mister Rogers (Mr. McFeely Interview) 

This world could use a Mr. Rogers today.

“These gorillas watched Mr Rogers…” I love that. Of course they did. You want to make any intelligent animal love humans, you show them Mr Rogers.

He was such an exemplary human being. I miss Mr. Rogers. ♥️

I can’t believe how relaxed Mr. Rogers was with Koko, but of course Mr. Rogers was always mild mannered. Koko was so sweet with him!

Rip Koko and Mr Rogers

Mr. Rogers took his shoes off at every show, and put on his slippers. Koko knew exactly what to do. Fred Rogers was one-of-a-kind and most people know nothing about his pre-show life.

To hear that the gorillas could comprehend mr rogers to any degree is mind blowing. The message of love knows no species

What a beautiful moment. RIP Koko. I'd like to think that Koko has now gone to visit Mr Rogers.

This man deserves the adoration of all the future generations of children to come as eager to learn as those he educated in his lifetime. I truly feel rewarded to have grown up watching “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood.”

Koko had her own pet kitten and it was truly a beautiful relationship

Fred Rogers was a magical person. I'm certain Koko recognized him and knew the genuine kindness he exudes. Probably one of the most memorable meetings for both Fred and Koko.

Mr. McFeely's face was a constant part of my life...after my brother used his Make-A-Wish to visit Mr. Roger's Neighborhood not only did Fred do amazing things for him but there is a picture of my brother and McFeely in the head honcho's chair that hung on my childhood walls. They treated him like a god for a few hours literally a few days before he died. Everyone who had anything to do with this show is a righteous dude in my eyes.

For over 30 years, Fred Rogers taught children the most important lesson of all: how to be kind and care about others. I'm not so sure it's merely a coincidence that the world has become a much harsher place since he left us.

If Mr. Rogers taught you to be kind in the world, it's up to you to show people the same kindness he showed us.

Koko is making a joke, “take off your shoes, buddy,” just like the show.

Robin Williams and Mr Roger's both saw and interacted with Koko. Two of the world's kindest people and the world's kindest mammal.

Mister Rogers was everyone’s friend. Every one of us. What a great video

Koko was such an intelligent and kind soul. I'm glad she was able to have wonderful friends like Fred and Robin. Humans and gorillas share so much similarity and it's wonderful to witness the bond between our species 🦍♥

Well, of course Koko loved Mr. Rogers. I tear up every time I see a video with Mr. Rogers in it. So much nostalgia.

I think the reason they got on so well is that there is an underlying trust and bond between two souls albeit of different species. The world could learn a profound lesson from watching these two. Thanks for posting this. It's great.

She was so sweet and gentle, and he was a kind and gentle man. It's not surprising that they would take to each other.

Not only with Mr. Rogers but also Robin Williams and some others- it's fascinating to see the people who really connected with Koko and how there is a clear mutual curiosity, a mimicking of one another to show affection and friendliness, and the people who really connected talked to Koko like a fellow human and I believe she and many animals like her can and did understand tone. I think it's beautiful that humans and animals who want to connect mimic each other, and we learn body language to better connect over time, and we have animal behaviorists who devote their whole careers to this and teaching others about it. Today we have animals who understand large vocabularies and can even use buttons and signals to talk back, and we have humans who are practically members of packs and prides. It's beautiful.

Once i had children, i became able to get Mr, Rogers. Fred was a truly inspiring man 24/7! I would watch my children watch him and was awe struck at his genuine humane nature and loved him from then on. Fred, you are sorely missed but never forgotten. Rest in eternal peace my dear friend.⚘

As a child, I knew he represented true human kindness.

Two wonderfully pure souls…love this video

this just brings tears to my eyes-I'm so glad Coco got to visit with Mr. Rogers-one of the only gentle persons in this world

That gorilla was so intelligent, gentle and loving. Good to see him meet with a like soul as Mister Rogers.

Fred and Koko. Two absolute legends.

The last thing Mr. Rogers said to Koko, “I hope we meet again.” I bet they did in the after life. #RIP Koko and Fred Rogers 💕

Amazing. Even Koko could feel the sincerity of the love of our beloved Mr. Rogers. Fred Rogers was a once-in-a-lifetime force of nature, and I feel incredibly blessed to have known him in my lifetime.

This guy was such a good man

Talk about how we need Fred Rogers right now in this generation that became such a hellhole, he saw the future how the 60s were going to look like and from the years and generations that have went by he was right and now that Fred has been passed for 20 years exactly we can see why we need this man to this day because these children are out of control and it's a shame that nobody ever had the gift like Fred Rogers, but there is always be light 🕯️ at the end of the tunnel ❤️ God bless you mr. Rogers

I would be so apprehensive to get that close to a fully grown gorilla.. but I'd also be so excited at the opportunity that I'd have to take the risk. That creature is just absolutely amazing. Truly majestic and beautiful. And they're so intelligent and emotionally strong. It breaks my heart that there are people on this planet that have absolutely no problem killing, torturing, hurting or putting into encaptivation, these magnificent cousins of ours.

Mr. Rogers was one of a kind. There will never be another like him. He truly was magical. The world was really better with him. RIP Mr. Roger and Koko

Mr Rogers was a being who flowed pure Love through his thoughts, words, actions, and interactions. Koko and any animal would instantly feel that! Animals are mostly always in tune and aware.

this made me cry y’all. mr. rogers was such a good and positive guy. always encouraging.

This is tear jerkingly sweet. My heart can't take it. They were both so exceptional. ❤️❤️

It’s so sad that both of them are no longer here with us. Rest In Peace Koko and Mr. Rodgers❤

How incredible was this. Fred was a extraordinary human being. Glad he served as one of my role models growing up. This generation needs another Mr. Rogers.

why can't we as a species have more him? he was what humanity should aim for, decency, kindness a sense of wonder for everything....

I truly miss just sitting down and watching Mr. Roger's Neighborhood!! Even though I'm in my 40s, just hearing that tune and his voice, just brings me so much joy and takes me back to when I watched his show! There'll never be another show like his!

Grew up with Mr Rogers’s neighborhood and am so greatful for the peaceful, gentle nature of this man…I think Koko even spent time with Robin Williams…. 3 treasures I miss but am glad to have experienced

We love you Mr McFeely. I have a son with challenges and Mr Rogers and his team help him every day. I’m beholden and can’t express my gratitude without crying. We miss Mr Rogers dearly. Thank goodness for books and reruns. But not the same. My son depends on the kindness and gentility that is espoused by this special man.

Koko chilled with both Mr Rogers and Robin Williams. I'm kind of jealous.

Hard to believe the walls of that room could contain all that love. Two of the finest spirits we've ever known, I'd like to believe wherever they are they hang out on a regular basis.

Mr rogers went in there with no fear. He loved koko as much as she loved him. I think Koko saw our creator thru him.

What a beautiful and touching event❣ All creatures are capable of communicating in their own way and are deserving of love and respect. Rest in PeAcE, Koko ... and Fred Rogers

I had a book about Coco as a kid. I remember this blowing my mind at 7 that she wasnt hostile my any measure. I remember thinking I just wanted a big hug from Coco. I still do.

What a wonderful and special lady she was. Rest in peace, Koko.

So beautiful. I was moved to tears. R.I.P. Mr. Rogers and Koko 💕

Look how much she loves him, kind of heart warming to know how powerful love can be, it is the tie that binds us all on this planet. Semper fi earthlings

How could you not smile watching Koko interact with Mr. Rogers? She was such a magnificent gorilla and he was a dear, sweet man. Animals can sense good people. Some animals can have an intellect……an octopus for example…..but it’s something very special to have an animal with intellect and a sense of humor. Koko was a joy to behold. RIP to both.

God bless Mr Rogers. He feels like an honorary member of every family in America. I know he was mine. Both as a child and an adult, when raising my own children. We all love Mr. Rogers and we were very upset when we learned of his death. But thank God for reruns. The time he spent with Koko and shared with us was very special. I loved the way that Mr. Rogers was as fascinated with Koko as Koko was with him. He was special and he is truly missed. ❤

Many have tried to fill the shoes of Mister Rogers and all have fallen short. God bless you mr. Rogers, thank you for meaningful television when I was a child growing up.

Koko was beautiful inside and out. Fred Rodgers was such a gentle soul.

Her interactions with Fred Rogers and Robin Williams were transcendent. The footage of her with Robin still brings me to tears. He was so enamored with that Gorilla…

Mr. Rogers, a man to show us how to live life in a loving way. A man who I miss. You left us an amazing legacy. I would love to be your neighbor when I reach heaven. RIP and God bless you.

How can you not cry at the sweetness of this scene, Koko and Mr. Roger two beings that were too good for this world 😢😢

Fred and Koko. RIP.

They were both so inspirational and beautiful!

I'll never forget the story of Koko and her kitty, All Ball...sweet and incredibly sad. She was an amazing, awesome animal! ❤❤

God bless you Mr Rogers....the world needs more people like you

We need Mr Rogers now… I miss that guy…

The world needs more Koko’s and Mr. Rogers’.

Koko was a girl gorilla. 💕That's important to get right when narrating.

He was a special man, Mr. Rogers, as was Koko. God, we use more like those 2 in the world today.

These things are what make me miss my childhood. ❤ Reality was a good place back then.

Two sweet individuals with completely pure loving hearts. ❤❤

David was great as the deliveryman...funny that he was so young and playing so old back then...Fred was such a sweet man.

Its a beautiful day in the neighborhood seeing Mr. Rogers ❤

This is so heartwarming and beautiful..

Is that David Newell who played Mr. McFeely on Mr. Roger's Neighborhood, it sure looks like him. I remember this episode. Koko was a smart girl. Rip, Koko and Mr. Rogers

I would have a fantastic time getting to visit Koko too. She was gone too soon, but left the world with so very much to appreciate.

I'm 63. I still watch Mr. Rogers. He's very soothing.

I grew up watching this show it was nothing but, awesome!

Let us all learn from Fred and Koko and just be kind towards each other.

Beautiful! Animals feel our energy! Fred Rodgers had a beautiful spirit,as did Koko!

There will NEVER be another Koko, she captured everyone’s heart and you can’t duplicate that. .RIP Koko. ❤️🇬🇧

What a heartfelt interaction between the two. Mr. Rogers was a very good man and the world was better off with him here.

İ have one word about him and this video: Magical

His calm gentle spirit is so missed today..

Koko meeting Robin Williams was also a very precious broadcast

Mr. Rogers. What’s not to love what an extraordinary human being. Coco knew it to.

I grew up watching Mr. Rogers RIP to them both🦍❤️

Fred Rogers. The best human being to show any outside of our world as a representative.

That was just magical! Mr. Rogers will always be one of my heros😊

Every one including Animals loved Mr. Rogers - He was a very unique and special person

The most wholesome video on the internet.

Pure class that Fred Rogers was.

I hope Mr Rogers now can visit Koko where she is resting! I hope they both are resting in peace and with lots of joy! ❤️🦍👨‍🦳❤️

Loved Mr Rogers and Koko as well. The visit between Koko and Robin Williams was equally touching.

Gorillas are fascinating! They’re so intelligent.

This beautiful Creature Koko just recognized another beautiful Creature in Fred Rogers.

Animals can feel energy. Koko felt and understood that Mr. Rogers was a good and genuine person. It's amazing how animals can show love and care more than humans can

Animals are able to determine kind, gentle people from the crowd. Koko was one of those exeptional souls able to communicate their feelings and responses on our level.

“Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood” actually introduced me to Koko. It wasn’t, until years later that I would learn more about the adorable gorilla. May both of them rest in peace.

There aren’t many occupations on the planet as rewarding as working with these amazing creatures.

I love how Koko took off Mr. Rogers shoes since that’s what he always did on his shows!

I’m pretty critical of media & US, but this put both in the most amazing light possible

Fred Rodgers was a very rare human being we need more people like him instead of the things we watch and the people we follow today.