Happy 45th Birthday, Sesame Street! Walk on Down to Where the Air Is Sweet

But don't be fooled by the elementary lessons; Sesame Street continues to win over new generations of fans with a steady stream of current pop culture references that parents are more likely to "get" than kids. From the parade of celebrities who appear on the Street — including White House residents, superstar athletes, and Hollywood royalty — to parodies of current television and movie phenomenons, the show's writers and producers keep the show feeling fresh and kids and parents hooked.