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· Michelle De Pacina
Social media searches for ‘Sesame Street’ puppeteer’s stolen heirloom
Social media users are rallying behind Kathleen Kim, a performer and puppeteer for Ji-Young, the first Asian American Muppet on “Sesame Street,” after she made a heartfelt plea on TikTok regarding her mother’s stolen necklace. Key points:
· Ryan General
‘Sesame Street’ debuts its first Filipino muppet
“Sesame Street” has welcomed its first Filipino muppet. TJ the muppet, created by Filipino American animation director Bobby Pontillas, was introduced in a recent episode of the iconic children’s show.
· Isa Peralta
Krispy Kreme Japan will soon be offering wasabi doughnuts
Krispy Kreme Japan will soon offer a “Sesame Street”-themed range of doughnuts that features a doughnut with Elmo’s favorite food: wasabi. The limited-time range includes a Cookie Monster doughnut with blue sprinkles, a red Elmo doughnut with strawberry icing, a chocolate chip…
· Ryan General
Naomi Osaka appears on ‘Sesame Street’ to teach children of all skin types about wearing sunscreen
Tennis superstar Naomi Osaka will appear as a guest on the latest episode of “Sesame Street.” Her segment involves teaching young viewers about the importance of wearing sunscreen for all skin types. She considers this guest appearance a “once-in-a-lifetime experience.” Tennis…
· Maina Chen
‘Shang-Chi’ star Simu Liu explains why ‘first Asian’ titles matter, talks feeling like an ‘imposter’
“Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings” star Simu Liu talks about his favorite skit from his gig hosting “Saturday Night Live” (“SNL”) and his struggle with imposter syndrome even as one of Marvel’s most successful leads in an exclusive interview with NextShark. Warning:…
· Khier Casino
Simu Liu tries to keep the peace between Saweetie and Kyle Mooney in ‘SNL’ promo
Simu Liu is doing the honors of hosting “Saturday Night Live” this weekend with musical guest Saweetie who appears to have gotten into an awkward situation with one of the “SNL” cast members. Comedic tension: The longest-running sketch comedy show released the promotional video…
· Khier Casino
Simu Liu shares his movie character impressions that were rejected from his upcoming ‘SNL’ appearance
Marvel star Simu Liu appeared on “The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon” to share movie character impressions he claims were rejected for his upcoming appearance on this week’s “Saturday Night Live.” A precious impression: The “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings” started by…
· Bryan Ke
Conservative leader calls for defunding of PBS over ‘Sesame Street’ intro of Asian American muppet
A conservative union chairman has called out PBS and proposed to defund the network after its children’s show “Sesame Street” introduced its first-ever Asian American Muppet early this week. What happened: Matt Schlapp, the president of the Conservative Political Action…
· Sarah Yukiko
Puppeteer Kathy Kim on how ‘Sesame Street’ created Ji-Young, the show’s first Asian American muppet
Take an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creation of Ji-Young, the first Asian American muppet, and hear from puppeteer Kathy Kim about how the character came to life. A glimpse into the creation of muppets on “Sesame Street,” the video shows the meticulous stitching of…
· Sarah Yukiko
‘Sesame Street’ introduces Ji-Young, the show’s first Asian American muppet in its 52-year history
The beloved American children’s show “Sesame Street” will introduce its first Asian American muppet in its 52-year history this month in a Thanksgiving special which will also feature appearances from Simu Liu, Padma Lakshmi and Naomi Osaka. The Korean American muppet, a…
· Ryan General
Sesame Street’s Rendition Of PPAP is Straight Fire
“I have a choco!” and “I have a butter!” goes the latest PPAP parody to hit the internet. The popularity of Piko Taro and his “PPAP song” has now reached the world of Sesame Street, with no less than Cookie Monster and Elmo of Sesame Street Japan doing their own version of the…
· Max Chang
Kids Who Watch ‘Sesame Street’ Perform Better in School, Study Reveals
This article is brought to you by the letter “B,” because after all these years, “Sesame Street” is still one of the best shows for your kids to watch. A recent study by two economics professors found that kids who watch “Sesame Street” today get an academic boost in school.