Sonia Manzano's Spanglish Lesson on Sesame Street
Update: 2025-11-08
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Sonia Manzano, known as Maria from Sesame Street, shares a humorous story about her early days on the show. Initially encouraged to be herself, she used Spanglish, leading to confusion among the production team. Manzano learned the importance of using universally understood Spanish words and embraced her true identity as a Nuyorican. The documentary, STREET SMART, explores her journey and advocacy for diversity.
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