Episode
Sesame Street: The adults explain Mr. Hooper's death to Big Bird
Overview
When Big Bird eagerly presents drawings he made of his adult friends, he's devastated to learn that Mr. Hooper has died. The adults gently explain what death means, reassuring Big Bird that they'll help care for him and David will run the store. Big Bird tearfully says goodbye to Mr. Hooper's portrait as his friends comfort him. Sponsors: J, M, 5
Details
- Series
- Sesame Street
- Season
- Season 15
- Episode
- Episode 4
- Air date
- 1983-11-24
Episode context
The adults explain Mr. Hooper's death to Big Bird is Episode 4 in Season 15 of Sesame Street. It aired on 1983-11-24.
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