Lloyd Morissette, 'Sesame Street' co-creator, dies

By Naveen Jan 27, 2023

Lloyd N. Morissette, a psychologist and foundation executive, co-created the children's television program "Sesame Street" with television producer Jon Ganz Cooney.

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It taught generations of youngsters their numbers and letters.

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And helped generations of elders guide their younger children.

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Life's challenges, died on January 15 at his home in San Diego, he was 93.

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His daughter Julie Morissette confirmed his death, but did not specify the cause.

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Millions of children have grown up watching "Sesame Street" since it debuted on public television on November 10, 1969.

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And the Muppets, created by Jim Henson for the show, became international celebrities within a few years.

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