‘Blue’s Clues’ Star Steve Burns Signs With UTA
Steve Burns, the original host of 'Blue’s Clues,' has signed with UTA for representation. He has continued to engage with audiences through various projects, including a podcast and a solo show. Burns is recognized for his contributions to children's television and has a successful voiceover career.
- ▪Steve Burns was the original host of 'Blue’s Clues' from 1996 to 2002.
- ▪He reprised his role in the 2019 reboot 'Blue’s Clues & You!' as a mentor.
- ▪Burns has a podcast titled 'Alive with Steve Burns' and was nominated for an Ambie Award in 2026.
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- ▪ ‘Blue’s Clues’ Star Steve Burns Signs With UTA — Variety
- ▪ UTA Signs ‘Blue’s Clues’ Host Steve Burns — Deadline
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Steve Burns Courtesy of Subject Share on Facebook Share on X Google Preferred Share to Flipboard Show additional share options Share on LinkedIn Share on Pinterest Share on Reddit Share on Tumblr Share on Whats App Send an Email Print the Article Post a Comment Blue’s Clues star Steve Burns has signed with UTA for representation in all areas. Burns was the original host of the popular Nickelodeon show from 1996 until 2002, which shaped a generation of children as it reached audiences in more than 120 countries. He earned a daytime Emmy nomination for his work on the show. He reprised his role in the 2019 reboot Blue’s Clues & You! as a recurring character and mentor to the franchise’s new host, Josh Dela Cruz. He also wrote and directed several episodes of the series through 2024.
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