There are multiple iconic figures that have adorned the entertainment industry for decades now, from Garfield to Hello Kitty. Another figure that should naturally come to mind is none other than Elmo. He has been a figure of great public coverage for decades and it is his unique way of engaging the crowd that has managed to keep fans of all demographics hooked.
With years of being in the spotlight, it would come as a great shocker to many to learn just how old Elmo really is. His fame has been ongoing for over four decades so it would not be a surprise to think that his age would be in correspondence with the same. However, that is far from the truth. His age and experience have also prompted many to compare him to a metaphor for capitalism in corporate America.
Why Has Elmo Turned 3.5 Years Old?
Elmo a character from Sesame Street has existed for a very long time. His character debuted more than four decades ago, making his first appearance in 1980 as a supporting character in the series. This is why it was extremely surprising for the world, as a whole, to find out that this iconic and beloved character turned 3.5 years old on his birthday this year, on 3rd February.
“That’s right! Elmo’s going to be 3 and a half,” He said, “just like last year and the year before and the year before.”
The reason for this is that his age has remained constant ever since his first appearance on the series 44 years ago. Every year, the beloved public figure turns the specific age of 3.5 and celebrates each year with a blast. The character even gave an interview on Today with this father, where he mentioned that he would spend the day partying with whoever shows up.
Fans Think It Is Time Elmo Gets Employed
When news of Elmo’s birthday reached the internet, fans could not help but converse on the age aspect of the news. One fan specifically talked about how interesting it is that, despite being 3.5 years old, he is one of the biggest figures in the world, with 44 years of work experience, and a huge social media presence.
3.5 years old with 40 years of work experience and a massive social media presence, the ideal entry-level candidate for corporate America https://t.co/BQbjThLBDU
— Fran Zaya, no the other one (@salmattos) February 3, 2024
W the right connections he might be able to land an interview assignment for an unpaid internship !
— StevenFromNJ (@steven_fromnj) February 4, 2024
Esp when you factor in child labor
— Dorian J💣💪🏽🔥 (he/him/his) (@RetroxSoul_) February 4, 2024
Due to his age he'd make an ideal unpaid intern.
— Snickerdoodle Cookie (@snickcookiecat) February 4, 2024
They then joked that this would make him the perfect candidate for an entry-level job in America, considering the state of their corporate world. One fan even added that if he has the right connections, which he of course does, he could even score an interview for an unpaid internship.
