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Meet Ji-Young: Sesame Street’s Newest Resident and First Asian American Muppet

HEY NEIGHBOR!

Seven-year-old Ji-Young, an avid guitar player and skateboarder, is the newest character to join the iconic children’s TV program.

Kana Ruhalter
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