Not that anyone is counting. But just how old is Barney, anyway? The purple dinosaur was “born” in Dallas five years ago, to two mothers of toddlers who also happened to be teachers.

Everyone recognizes the large purple dinosaur, but not many people know the man inside the costume. David Joyner played Barney for 10 years on TV and in live performances, and dancing around in ...

Whether you like it or not, Barney the Dinosaur is ready for his comeback. The purple, pudgy T-Rex is back with a new look, a ...

DALLAS – David Joyner, 54, is a name you might not recognize but you'll probably remember the lovable purple dinosaur he used to play on the PBS show "Barney & Friends." Joyner, who works as a ...

Barney is back — and he’s brought his friends along with him! Mattel Television Studios is relaunching the iconic purple dinosaur with an all-new animated series titled Barney’s World ...