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Newborns dressed as Mr. Rogers in honor of World Kindness Day

Rogers graduated from Rollins College in Winter Park

PITTSBURGH – A Pittsburgh hospital found an adorable way to pay tribute to a beloved TV icon.

Nurses at West Penn Hospital dressed newborns up as Mr. Rogers for "World Kindness Day."

The infants each donned hand-knitted sweaters and shoes.

A hospital spokesperson said Fred Rogers was an easy choice to honor since he modeled kindness and compassion throughout his life.

Rogers began his television career in Pittsburgh. He graduated from Rollins College in Winter Park.


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