Jerry Haynes, better known as Mr. Peppermint, died from complications due to Parkinson's disease.
According to WFAA-TV, his show was the longest-running locally produced show in the history of the station.
In fact, Mr. Peppermint appeared in more than 6,000 episodes. He was known for his red-and-white suit, straw hat and candy-stripped cane.
According to the Star-Telegram, Mr. Peppermint ran a fictitious music shop and lead viewers who he called "little gumdrops" on adventures with his friends Muffin Bear and Mr. Wiggly Worm.
He wasn't just a television icon. According to WFAA, Haynes also appeared in more than 50 motion pictures, the television shows "Dallas" and "Walker, Texas Ranger."
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