June 15th 2023.
A Tiktok video recently shared by a mother has gone viral, highlighting Black hair representation on Sesame Street. The long-running children's program is known for its inclusivity and being able to surprise us all. The video, posted by @haiamabeauty, shows a Black muppet explaining her hair care routine to viewers. It is made more authentic by taking place in the muppet's kitchen, at the sink.
The video has been viewed over two million times and has been shared across multiple social media sites. @haiamabeauty was ecstatic, commenting, "Sesame Street leading the way! I loved watching this episode with my kid."
This isn't the first time Sesame Street has taken the time to affirm Black children's hair. In 2010, a character named Shirley sang about her love for her hair and its texture. She expressed her joy for her curly and brown hair. Shirley was seen wearing several different natural styles, emphasising her love for them.
The importance of teaching Black children to love their hair cannot be understated. Hair-based discrimination still occurs in the United States, and it is never too early to learn to love everything that makes you unique. Sesame Street does an effective job at driving home this point.
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