Having worked with TOH for many years, i have to say i was appalled at this video calling the other "cast members" dummies. I can personally attest to the fact that this certainly is not the case. Moreover.... Roger is a very nice man and this video while paying extreme tribute to his career, also gives off a vibe that he was the lead role in the show. I think some people get a small amount of information that dont verify and just make videos.
There’s something about this style of British… I don’t even know what to call it….sensationalism?…that always comes off as insulting to the people being discussed and over-hyped. As soon as you hear that particular British accent, you know the presentation is just going to be an audible ‘National Enquirer’ presentation. It’s not going to be polite. It probably isn’t even going to be true. I have to tell you when I heard the word “dummies” used I got instantly angry. I don’t believe people actually feel that way about the personalities in This Old House. I couldn’t believe that was said. Disgusting.
I have watched TOH off and on for years. I have never seen any of the contractors on the show right from when Bob Vila was the first host to the present ones now, plus all the spin offs since, conduct themselves with anything other than professionalism. I saw Norm Abrams when he came to a home show one year in Toronto and he was pretty much there as he was in the show, plaid shirt blue jeans and work boots. None of the participants were dummies. They all knew their jobs well and did them that way. Sucks to be this creator for his shoddy work and marked lack of tact and intelligence in this video. no thumbs up for you dummy
I loved Roger's contributions to this old house. I was a landscape architect for a while. I am same age as Roger, and I wonder about all the chemicals I used early in my landscape career.
He retired in 2020, Kathleen died in 2010. He didn't retire to spend more time with his wife. The way he shuffled and hung one arm made me believe it was definitely due to illness.
Roger was not born in 1955. he was born in 1954 and he was not born in Massachusetts, he was born in Biddeford, Maine. When a video starts out that badly there is no point in watching the rest of it. lol
I’m binging This Old House, now on season 39 and have say I’m very sad to see how stiff he looks. Hope it’s _just_ stiffness and not pain, but can absolutely believe just from seeing that presentation that Roger isn’t going to, (didn’t), last much longer. I love this show and all the people in it, but I have to say that I always _really_ looked forward to seeing the landscaping. It’s just sad that he had issues that made him leave.
This video is nothing more than a headline grabber trying to capitalize on a popular subject. Stating "What Really Happen To" in your subject and narrating over a bunch of clips does not make you an authority on a subject. This is quite obvious to anyone who actually watched the show. As some others have said below in the comments Roger and the TOH team speak about his health and show departure in season 40 episode 2. Roger was always a great part of the show and will be missed by all. Let's all show Roger some respect and let him lead the private life he wants and deserves.
The first time I saw Roger wasn't on This Old House. He was on a series about pyramids. He helped make a miniature pyramid. They were trying to understand what was involved. It was in the early 1980's.
Sad. But he lost his wife in 2010.They got that part wrong in this report. He didn't retire to spend time with her, she had passed a decade earlier than his retirement. May he RIP.
This is the dumbest comment I have ever read. How is anyone going to learn how to do something they’ve never done before by having someone else do the work? Plus the work wasn’t a one time thing, maintenance is a yearly responsibility.
I’m not surprised that your screen name would be south of Hollywood cause you’re definitely sounds like someone that would be from California. He’s from the East Coast, where people aren’t pampered and considered snowflakes. Unlike you West Coast weak minded fools.
RIP Roger Cook. A kind guy that knew a lot and wasn't afraid to make landscaping and gardening accessible mediums!
OMG
JUST FOUND OUT
HE LOOKED TERRIBLE WALKING KINDA WEIRD
NORM ABRAM DONT LOOK TO GOOD I HEARD
Having worked with TOH for many years, i have to say i was appalled at this video calling the other "cast members" dummies. I can personally attest to the fact that this certainly is not the case. Moreover.... Roger is a very nice man and this video while paying extreme tribute to his career, also gives off a vibe that he was the lead role in the show.
I think some people get a small amount of information that dont verify and just make videos.
There’s something about this style of British… I don’t even know what to call it….sensationalism?…that always comes off as insulting to the people being discussed and over-hyped. As soon as you hear that particular British accent, you know the presentation is just going to be an audible ‘National Enquirer’ presentation. It’s not going to be polite. It probably isn’t even going to be true.
I have to tell you when I heard the word “dummies” used I got instantly angry. I don’t believe people actually feel that way about the personalities in This Old House. I couldn’t believe that was said. Disgusting.
I agree, ridiculous!
Lots of issues with this video
Cheaply done, poorly researched.
I have watched TOH off and on for years. I have never seen any of the contractors on the show right from when Bob Vila was the first host to the present ones now, plus all the spin offs since, conduct themselves with anything other than professionalism. I saw Norm Abrams when he came to a home show one year in Toronto and he was pretty much there as he was in the show, plaid shirt blue jeans and work boots. None of the participants were dummies. They all knew their jobs well and did them that way. Sucks to be this creator for his shoddy work and marked lack of tact and intelligence in this video. no thumbs up for you dummy
Wednesday, August 21, 2024, Roger passed on. Thanks for the joy.
RIP Roger 🌹may GOD comfort and keep his family, friends and fans who mourn him 🙏🏾
We will miss you Roger. You taught us soooo much.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
RIP Roger, thanks for your expertise and sharing on This Old House ❤
I miss him on This Old House!
I loved Roger's contributions to this old house. I was a landscape architect for a while. I am same age as Roger, and I wonder about all the chemicals I used early in my landscape career.
A gentleman and a scholar who taught so many … we will miss you … we thank you … Rest In Peace kind sir
He retired in 2020, Kathleen died in 2010. He didn't retire to spend more time with his wife. The way he shuffled and hung one arm made me believe it was definitely due to illness.
That's what I was going to comment.
I was really hoping this video would tell us how he is doing. So sad they don't even know his wife passed years ago.
Oh that's so sad...just finding out now about Kathleen.
yeah, I caught that timeline discrepancy too. not great reporting here.
He looked like he had a stroke
Roger was not born in 1955. he was born in 1954 and he was not born in Massachusetts, he was born in Biddeford, Maine. When a video starts out that badly there is no point in watching the rest of it. lol
If you had watched you would have learned Roger's pronouns were she/her. She was 92 and died from Monkey Pox in Argentina.
Correct
I'm so sorry to hear of his passing. His passion and joy for TOH landscaping was amazing and inspiring🙏🏻
I enjoyed the episodes with Roger the most. Thank you for all the years you worked on the show.
Roger's passion was ever present. I always felt like we were tackling these projects together.
Born in 1954, not 1955. Passed at age 70.
A nice tribute to Roger who was always one of my favorites on THO. Praying comfort and healing for his friends and family.🕊️
I just seen the episode where he said he has health issues and needed to step back for a while
Season 40 Episode 2, just saw it
I’m binging This Old House, now on season 39 and have say I’m very sad to see how stiff he looks. Hope it’s _just_ stiffness and not pain, but can absolutely believe just from seeing that presentation that Roger isn’t going to, (didn’t), last much longer.
I love this show and all the people in it, but I have to say that I always _really_ looked forward to seeing the landscaping. It’s just sad that he had issues that made him leave.
I wish I could have Roger come to my place right now and diagnose the issues with my garden. RIP Roger.
So sorry to hear about Roger's passing. He taught us a lot about gardening. & much more. Will be missed, Great human being. God bless 9:01
Will miss seeing him on the show
He was smart as hell with trees/landscape skills. R.I.P. Roger.
I think I remember Roger being on Victory Garden before This Old House. Always loved him.
Omg I loved that show! Wow you just brought back a great memory!
He will be missed, I have learnt so much from all of them… 😢
I miss him on the show😢❤
😊Love Ya Roger😊
This video is nothing more than a headline grabber trying to capitalize on a popular subject. Stating "What Really Happen To" in your subject and narrating over a bunch of clips does not make you an authority on a subject. This is quite obvious to anyone who actually watched the show. As some others have said below in the comments Roger and the TOH team speak about his health and show departure in season 40 episode 2. Roger was always a great part of the show and will be missed by all. Let's all show Roger some respect and let him lead the private life he wants and deserves.
In his goodbye segment, you can see he wasn't well.
Thankyou Roger ❤ R I P 🙏🙏🙏
The first time I saw Roger wasn't on This Old House. He was on a series about pyramids. He helped make a miniature pyramid. They were trying to understand what was involved. It was in the early 1980's.
Sad. But he lost his wife in 2010.They got that part wrong in this report. He didn't retire to spend time with her, she had passed a decade earlier than his retirement. May he RIP.
i was a fan may he rest in peace !
9mins I'll never get back
Rest in peace, Roger.😢
It is clickbait, Roger passed away from melanoma late 2024 the video upload is currently from 2023
What a GREATLOSS RIP ROGER
This guy doesnt tell you what happened to him. Clickbait.
Bye Roger 🌹🌹
RIP
Rest in peace
4:42 Not half a billion views, 6.4 million views
R.I.P
CLICK BAIT This video includes nothing relating to the title. WORST KIND OF CLICK BAIT!
Completely misleading click bait. Shame on you.
No new information about what he was suffering from.
While the other cast members were charismatic and did all the hard work, Roger made women and old people do all the work. He came across as a bully.
That’s the whole point diy 😂😂😂 why should he do it lol think you miss the premise of the show , he ain’t a bully 😂😂
This is the dumbest comment I have ever read. How is anyone going to learn how to do something they’ve never done before by having someone else do the work? Plus the work wasn’t a one time thing, maintenance is a yearly responsibility.
So he "hurt your wittle feelings". What a snowflake you are!
I’m not surprised that your screen name would be south of Hollywood cause you’re definitely sounds like someone that would be from California. He’s from the East Coast, where people aren’t pampered and considered snowflakes. Unlike you West Coast weak minded fools.
10/10