Sesame Street co-creator Lloyd Morrisett has died at 93, the Sesame Workshop announced on Monday in a tweet. A Lifetime Honorary Trustee, Lloyd leaves an outsized and indelible legacy among generations of children the world over, with Sesame Street only the most visible tribute to a lifetime of good work …

Bob McGrath, an original cast member from “Sesame Street,” has died, according to his family. He was 90. The actor’s family announced his passing in a post on McGrath’s official Facebook page on Sunday evening.  “Hello Facebook friends, the McGrath family has some sad news to share,” the post read. …

A Sesame Street-themed amusement park is being sued for $25 million by a Baltimore family who says that many costumed characters neglected a 5-year-old Black girl at a meet-and-greet session last month. The complaint was brought about by a video that went viral on social media and appeared to show …

If you haven’t watched the now-viral video that shows the Muppet character Rosita seemingly ignoring two Black children at the Sesame Place amusement park you should. The incident has sparked outrage and now the family has retained an attorney to investigate, and possibly sue. B’Ivory LaMarr is the attorney representing …

An episode of Sesame Street that was deemed too frightening was removed from television but then posted to social media decades later.  Sesame Street is where all the kids come to learn, have fun and connect with friends. However, one of its earlier episodes was seen as too scary for kids watching at …

A new animated series featuring reimagined Sesame Street characters is headed to your tv screens. Just like the beloved Sesame Street puppets we’ve always known and cherished, comes the same characters but in a new robotic form. They won’t be showing up on the traditional PBS Sesame Street show but …

A Korean American puppet named Ji-Young is making history as the first Asian American Muppet to join the cast of Sesame Street. The 7-year-old character will make her debut as part of the upcoming show See Us Together: A Sesame Street Special. The show is scheduled to air on Thanksgiving. Alan …

A new Sesame Street documentary explores the story of the beloved children’s series and the first Black muppet on the show. The doc titled “Street Gang: How We Got to Sesame Street” examines Matt Robinson, the Black actor, and activist who introduced longtime Sesame Street character, Gordon Robinson. The film …

“Sesame Street” has introduced two new Black puppets as a part of the show’s initiative to tackle race-related issues. There are some new kids on the block: Elijah and his 5-year-old son, Wes. They are the latest characters to be added to the PBS series. They come following Sesame Workshop’s …

It has been revealed that Chance the Rapper and Warner Bros. are currently working out a deal that would have him star in the live-action rendition of Sesame Street. If the deal goes as planned, Chance will take on the role as the mayor’s aide. The musical is already set …

“Sesame Street” is taking a new step to try to help kids navigate life in America by talking about the opioid crisis. According to the Associated Press, Sesame Workshop is exploring the backstory of Karli, a bright green, yellow-haired friend of Elmo’s whose mother is fighting against addiction. “Sesame Street” …

Sesame Workshop, the non-profit educational organization behind Sesame Street, announced their plans for a new initiative supporting foster families on Monday.  Through the storyline of Karli, a new and young Sesame Street Muppet and her foster parents Dalia and Clem, Sesame Workshop aims to highlight real transitions that many children in foster care …

Well, here’s a fun fact for the day, your favorite childhood puppet duo, is actually a gay couple.  Back in 1969, the educational children’s television show, “Sesame Street,” aired on PBS, which featured Jim Henson’s Muppets, short films, combined live action, sketch comedy, animation, and puppetry.  With a wide variety …

Sesame Place Philadelphia will now require employees to undergo diversity training following a lawsuit claiming that Black children and families were discriminated against. This week, the company announced new mandatory measures to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion that will be led by several outside experts, including a former member of …

As we reported, a viral video caught the attention of many after a Sesame Street live character snubbed two black girls at a parade. The girl’s mother posted the video showing the character walking the parade. As the performer walks down the parade waving, the two little black girls reach …

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Roller coasters, attractions, food, and cartoon character merch are just a few highlights of what you’ll find at amusement parks. Baller Alert has rounded up ten theme parks fit for thrill and adventure seekers. Whether located in the U.S or overseas, each theme park has its own unique wow factor that …

Elmo is ecstatic after receiving his first COVID-19 vaccine in an all-new public service announcement. One of America’s favorite Muppets is the star of the new campaign aimed at getting young children vaccinated. In early June, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention extended vaccine eligibility for children five and …

Estée Lauder senior executive John Demsey is unemployed this week after posting a racist meme on his personal Instagram account. Demsey, the executive group president of the cosmetics group who has been with the company for almost 30 years, shared a meme depicting Sesame Street characters that used the N-word …

Republicans and conservatives are reportedly bothered by Sesame Street‘s Big Bird announcing that he got vaccinated for COVID-19. As the country continues to be torn between the anti-vax crew and the pro-vax crew, Republicans and conservatives are calling out the program and PBS for its alleged “brainwashing.” “I got the …