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Bob McGrath, 'Sesame Street' legend, dies at 90
Read full article: Bob McGrath, 'Sesame Street' legend, dies at 90Actor, musician and children’s author widely known for his portrayal of one of the first regular characters on the children’s show “Sesame Street,” Bob McGrath, has died at the age of 90.
Family files $25 million lawsuit after girls seemingly ignored by Sesame Place character
Read full article: Family files $25 million lawsuit after girls seemingly ignored by Sesame Place characterA family from Baltimore has filed a $25 million lawsuit over claims of racial discrimination by Sesame Place Philadelphia.
Sesame Place apologizes after viral video shows ‘Rosita’ seemingly ignoring 2 girls
Read full article: Sesame Place apologizes after viral video shows ‘Rosita’ seemingly ignoring 2 girlsSesame Place Philadelphia is apologizing after video went viral this week of one of its characters appearing to ignore two Black children at an event.
The internet’s first feud of 2022 is between Elmo and a pet rock
Read full article: The internet’s first feud of 2022 is between Elmo and a pet rockLook, life as we know it right now is pretty insane. Omicron is raging across the country, it didn’t even feel like 2021 happened and America’s sweetheart, Betty White, is dead.
The Latest: Robinhood's ad emerges from the time capsule
Read full article: The Latest: Robinhood's ad emerges from the time capsuleThe latest news on Super Bowl commercials. ___10 p.m.Smartphone-based stock market investment service Robinhood bought its Super Bowl spot in December after a successful year, unaware that it was about to make global headlines. Ad___9:45 p.m.Jeep starred iconic singer Bruce Springsteen in his first ever ad promoting the idea of unity. Most brands that have money to spend on Super Bowl ads are already household names, but the big game is also a chance for upstarts to make a big splash. ___7:15 p.m.General Motors used humor in a Super Bowl ad to promote its ambitious push to get more Americans to buy electric vehicles.
'Speak up!' — 'Sesame Street' tackles racism in TV special
Read full article: 'Speak up!' — 'Sesame Street' tackles racism in TV specialNEW YORK – “Sesame Street" has always pressed for inclusion. Sesame Workshop — the nonprofit, educational organization behind “Sesame Street” — will later this month air the half-hour anti-racist special "The Power of We” and hopes families will watch together. The special defines racism for younger viewers and shows how it can be hurtful. “Sesame Street,” which last year celebrated its 50th anniversary, has a history of explaining the world to children, tackling everything from foster care to substance abuse. The latest special comes on the heels of “Sesame Street” contributing to “Coming Together: Standing Up To Racism,” a CNN town hall special in June hosted by Van Jones and Erica Hill.
Take a stroll down Sesame Street, relive your childhood, now in Orlando
Read full article: Take a stroll down Sesame Street, relive your childhood, now in Orlando[ READ NEXT: Children who watched 'Sesame Street' performed better in school, study says | How well do you know Epcot's World Showcase? | Sesame Street becomes real intersection in New York City ]Let's go over everything that's offered at Sesame Street land, shall we? Look for the green and yellow street sign and you'll know that you've made it to Sesame Street. Sesame Street knows how to throw a street party. Like most theme parks, Sesame Street land has a gift shop positioned perfectly across the street from the splash pad.
It's Cookie Monster's Birthday! Here are lessons he's taught us
Read full article: It's Cookie Monster's Birthday! Here are lessons he's taught usIt's the tenet by which Cookie Monster has lived his puppet life for more than 50 years. The lovable cookie lover took up residence on "Sesame Street" in 1969, but he celebrates his birthday November 2. Chocolate chip, sugar, Oreo Cookie Monster will eat them ALL. Kids can understand big ideasLike any "Sesame Street" resident, Cookie had a lot to teach audiences about the way the world works. Cookie Monster is secure enough to let loose among friends who support him.
'C is for Cookie' at amazing Halloween display featuring Sesame Street favorite
Read full article: 'C is for Cookie' at amazing Halloween display featuring Sesame Street favoriteYORK TOWNSHIP., Penn. - C is for cookie and cool in one Pennsylvania neighborhood where a homeowner decorated her house for Halloween featuring a Sesame Street favorite. With the help of some blue spray paint and the shrubs in front of her home, Lisa Boll created a Cookie Monster display that would thrill any fan both young and old. WABC reports Boll chose Cookie Monster to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Sesame Street. Copyright 2019 by WPLG Local10.com - All rights reserved.
'Sesame Street' heading to HBO Max in 2020
Read full article: 'Sesame Street' heading to HBO Max in 2020Slaven Vlasic/Getty Images for HBO(CNN) - "Sesame Street" is heading to WarnerMedia's new streaming service, HBO Max. Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit organization behind the series, will produce five new 35-episode seasons for HBO Max starting in spring of 2020, WarnerMedia announced Thursday. HBO Max will also air annual "Sesame Street" specials and four new related series including a late night TV talk show called "The Not Too Late Show with Elmo." HBO Max subscribers will also have access to the 50-year library of the show. This landmark deal perfectly illustrates the type of quality programming HBO Max will offer across every demographic."
Many children who watched ‘Sesame Street’ performed better in school, study says
Read full article: Many children who watched ‘Sesame Street’ performed better in school, study saysIf you’ve listened closely to the dialogue on “Sesame Street” in recent years, you might have thought to yourself, “Man, this is on point. Here’s a show that really gets it.”
'Sesame Street,' Sally Field to be honored by Kennedy Center
Read full article: 'Sesame Street,' Sally Field to be honored by Kennedy CenterSesame Workshop via CNNWASHINGTON (CNN) - Big Bird and a big name in acting will be among those on hand when the Kennedy Center celebrates this year's honorees. R&B group Earth, Wind & Fire, actress Sally Field, singer Linda Ronstadt, "Sesame Street" and conductor and musical visionary Michael Tilson Thomas were named the 2019 honorees on Thursday. "Sesame Street" is the first television program to receive the honor. "In this class of Honorees, we are witnessing a uniquely American story: one that is representative of so many cultural touchstones and musical moments that make our nation great," said Kennedy Center President Deborah F. Rutter in a statement. "The 42nd Annual Kennedy Center Honors" will air on December 15 on CBS.
Meet the fresh face of autism awareness: Julia, from 'Sesame Street'
Read full article: Meet the fresh face of autism awareness: Julia, from 'Sesame Street'For fans of Julia, the 4-year-old Muppet with autism on “Sesame Street,” you are in luck. Autism Speaks, a national advocacy organization that sponsors research and conducts awareness activities, has launched a new campaign in conjunction with "Sesame Street" that features Julia and aims to promote early autism screening. The campaign consists of digital, print and resources available in English at ScreenForAutism.org and in Spanish at DeteccionDeAutismo.org. The content highlights the importance of early screening. “There is considerable work to be done in overcoming obstacles that may delay a diagnosis -- the first step toward improved future outcomes,” said Angela Geiger, CEO of Autism Speaks.