Bert and Ernie

The comic pair from TV's 'Sesame Street' with Bert characterized with a unibrow and Ernie while Ernie coming with a rounder face.

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1969

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Bert and Ernie are a beloved duo from the TV show “Sesame Street,” created by Jim Henson. Bert is known for his distinctive unibrow and love of pigeons, while Ernie is known for his mischievous behavior and love of rubber duckies. Together, they teach children valuable lessons about friendship and the world around them. Other notable works featuring these characters include “Elmo’s World,” “The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland,” and “A Muppet Family Christmas.”

The origin of Bert and Ernie’s names is a topic of debate. One theory is that they were named after two characters from Frank Capra’s film “It’s a Wonderful Life.” Another theory is that they were named after characters from two minor characters from the show “The Dick Van Dyke Show.” However, according to one of Sesame Street’s writers, their names were simply chosen because they sounded good together.

One lesser-known fact about Bert and Ernie is that they were the first characters on “Sesame Street” to have a fully-realized storyline. In their debut episode, Bert and Ernie’s storyline followed them arguing over whether or not to open the window, teaching children about the importance of compromise and problem-solving. This was a major innovation in children’s television at the time and allowed for deeper character development on the show.