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David Langston Smyrl
Born 1935-09-13North Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA
David Langston Smyrl, sometimes credited professionally as David L. Smyrl, was an American actor and television writer. He was best known for his role of Mr. Handford, the fictional retired firefighter who ran Hooper's Store on Sesame Street from 1990 to 1998.
Screen work
Movies & roles
A Sesame Street Christmas CarolMr. Hanford (archive footage)Sesame Street: Let's Eat! Funny Food SongsMr. Handford (archive footage)The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland: Sing and PlayMr. Handford (archive footage)Sesame Street: Elmopalooza!Mr. HandfordSesame Street: 123 Count with MeMr. HandfordSesame Street: Elmo Saves ChristmasMr. HandfordThe Preacher's WifeHanley's WaiterLong GoneMonroe Wright