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Meet the Man Behind Elmo

Preview: Season 13 | 2m 15s

Kevin Clash grew up dreaming of working with his idol, master puppeteer Jim Henson. Today, he is the man behind Elmo, among Sesame Street's most beloved characters.

Aired: 04/05/12

Rating: TV-PG

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