Interesting how he's really reaching out to the future generation:
Big Bird to Speak at Commencement
EXCERPT:
Caroll Spinney, the man behind Sesame Street's legendary characters Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch, will deliver the Commencement address to the Class of 2004 at the ceremony on Sunday, May 16.Spinney remains an original member of the Sesame Street cast since it first aired on PBS in 1969. He was named a "Living Legend" in 2000 by the Library of Congress for his 30-plus years of playing both characters.In 2003, Spinney published a book titled "The Wisdom of Big Bird (and the Dark Genius of Oscar the Grouch): Lessons from a Life in Feathers," describing the life lessons he has taught, as well as learned, throughout his career. "Big Bird has opened up new worlds to me," he wrote.