Kicked to the Sesame Street Curb (part 1)

Life on the streets ain’t easy. And Sesame Street is no exception. In 40 seasons, the show has featured over 1,000 characters. Sure, you know Big Bird and Kermit, but many muppets have been evicted by the producers and are now living under your neighborhood bridges. Here are some muppets that were kicked to the curb:

Pop-Up – At random times throughout the show, he would pop-up in front of the camera and teach kids that it’s rude to interrupt people when they are talking. Pop-Up has a lazy eye and is a mumbler. Every time he would make his appearance, everyone would just shake their heads and exclaim, “Oh, Pop-Up!” Pop-Up failed a routine drug test.

Ronnie Redhead – Ronnie taught kids that everyone is beautiful in their own way. After receiving reviews that her gnarled, muppet face was too graphic for three year olds, she was cut from the lineup.

Tricky – Tricky hung out on the street corner near Oscar the Grouch, offering people a good time and an evening date. She is the only character in this list that was not kicked off by producers. After Wilt Chamberlain guest-starred on the show, she disappeared and was never seen again.

The Situation – Gym. Tanning. Laundry. This muppet’s hair is bulletproof and he speaks in third-person. He was evicted after punching Tricky in the face.

(One of Pop-Up's many bomb threats after being evicted)