AP Exclusive: 'Sesame Street' debuts Asian American muppet

Sesame Street introduce first Asian-American character

Ji-Young loves playing guitar, loves skateboarding, and is making history as the first Asian-American muppet in the 'Sesame Street' canon.

'You belong': Sesame Street to introduce first Asian American muppet in Thanksgiving special

Just when we think Sesame Street can’t do anything better, the muppets prove us wrong. Sesame Street continues to win hearts with its efforts toward inclusion and diversity. After creating a segment to address the rise in bullying and violence many Asian American children are facing, Sesame Street has announced is it getting a new member. During its Thanksgiving special, "See Us Coming Together: A Sesame Street Special,” Sesame Street plans to i…

'Sesame Street' debuts Ji-Young, first Asian American muppet

What's in a name? Well, for Ji-Young, the newest muppet resident of ``Sesame Street,'' her name is a sign she was meant to live there.

'Sesame Street' Introduces First Asian American Muppet Called Ji-Young

For the first time since its launch more than five decades ago, "Sesame Street" is introducing its first Asian American muppet, Ji-young. The new character will formally make her debut in "See Us Coming Together: A Sesame Street Special." The said episode will celebrate the diversity of Asian and Pacific Islander (API) communities. It will also feature celebrities such as Simu Liu, Padma Lakshmi and Naomi Osaka, reported People.

‘Sesame Street’ debuts Ji-Young, first Asian American muppet

What’s in a name? Well, for Ji-Young, the newest muppet resident of “Sesame Street,” her name is a sign she was meant to live there.“So, in Korean traditionally the two syllables they each mean something different and Ji means, like, smart or wise. And Young means, like, brave or courageous and strong,” Ji-Young explained during a recent interview. “But we were looking it up and guess what? Ji also means sesame.”At only 7 years old, Ji-Young is …

First Asian American Muppet arrives on Sesame Street

NEW YORK — Sesame Street is welcoming its first Asian American muppet to the neighbourhood. Ji-Young, a Korean American 7-year-old who loves playing her electric guitar and skateboarding, will make her debut next week.