Elmo dresses as Miranda Priestly for Halloween in new Sesame Street video
Sesame Street released a video showing Elmo dressed as Meryl Streep's character Miranda Priestly for the 2026 Halloween season.
Video reveals costume choice
A new clip shows the red monster adopting the look of the fashion editor from The Devil Wears Prada. Elmo introduces the outfit by asking viewers to guess his identity before revealing the transformation. A sentient pumpkin appears in the scene while he delivers lines associated with the movie character.
Cookie Monster joins the skit
The blue monster enters the video and prompts Elmo to comment on his fur color. Elmo notes that the shade is not cerulean but works for the costume. Cookie Monster responds with a question about whether he thinks the choice was good.
Past costumes and future plans
Previous segments have featured Elmo dressed as a spaceman, a pirate, or a witch. The character remains a popular option for children and adults seeking Halloween attire this year. This specific crossover marks an unexpected shift from traditional monster themes to high fashion.
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