Ted Shackleford (who's most often called simply The Man in the Yellow Hat) is a main character in the Curious George Trilogy Set and PBS Kids TV series (2006-2015). In 2006, it was revealed that the Man's full name is Ted Shackleford. The name "Ted" was only used for him in the Curious George film (2006) and Curious George 2 Follow that Monkey (2009). He's the dueteragonist of Curious George books/series, the human protagonist of the first film, the tritagonist of the second film, a minor character of the third film, Curious George 3: Back to the Jungle.
He's George's owner, but sees himself as more of a "Monkey Father." It's unknown where he lives, but certain clues from three movies and TV series (2006-2015) indicate that he lives in either Manhattan, New York City or Chicago, Illinois. Most signs point to New York.
His current hobbies include bowling, studying nature, hiking, jogging, camping, bike riding, playing the tuba, sand castle building, going to the beach, gardening, reading, marathon running, board games, frog impressions, golf, bird watching, and "worm racing."
Ted's original voice was portrayed by Will Ferrell (in 2006 film), then replaced by Jeff Bennett.
Role in series[]
The Caretaker of George, mainly a father figure.
Trivia[]
- He is voiced by Jeff Bennett in the TV series, who also voiced Jonathan Long and the Huntsman in American Dragon: Jake Long and Mr. Boss in Codename: Kids Next Door.