‘Sesame Street’ Made Big Bird Small, And People Just Want To Protect Him
Image via Big Bird
Sesame Street’s resident giant, Big Bird, has found himself in a large—or small, depending if you’re a glass-half-full person—predicament that’s stirring both curiosity and concern.
On the character’s official Twitter/X account, the towering character has revealed that he has shrunk to a size smaller than a paperclip. The story took flight on January 24, with the new little Big Bird questioning his identity now that he’s no longer big.
“Day two of being tiny. Does this mean that I am now just, ‘Bird’?” the character pondered. “Has anyone figured how to help me?”
Day 2 of being tiny. Does this mean that I am now just, “Bird”? Has anyone figured how to help me? #HelpBigBird https://t.co/5Fi1QYThOW pic.twitter.com/EZS8YRv8mk
— Big Bird (@BigBird) January 25, 2024
No luck with Baby Bear. @MrSnuffleupagus also didn’t see me! Oh gee, what am I going to do now? #HelpBigBird https://t.co/uj9lLVOkfv pic.twitter.com/cf55hz2SR0
— Big Bird (@BigBird) January 26, 2024
Interestingly, this narrative isn’t entirely new but rather a creative retelling of a 2005 Sesame Street episode titled The Adventures Of Little Big Bird, Part 1. In this storyline, Big Bird becomes small due to a spell gone awry by the Amazing Mumford, Sesame Street’s magician. While initially enjoying the novel viewpoint, the tiny bird soon misses his friends, who struggle to hear him, prompting a quest to reverse the spell.
On social media, the tale has taken on a life of its own, with other characters from Sesame Street chiming in with support. Elmo has made wishes for Big Bird’s return to his original size, while Bert enlisted Ernie’s help with a microscope to see their miniature friend.
We are working on it! @SesameErnie did you get the microscope I asked for? #HelpBigBird https://t.co/FBZG2ZISpg
— Bert (@bertsesame) January 25, 2024
Those who grew up learning the alphabet from Sesame Street are understandably worried, as well. “It’s honestly very, very upsetting,” one fan laments.
i can’t take it anymore will someone please figure out why big bird’s small pic.twitter.com/tJI8PgENTR
— annie (@anniexlyons) January 27, 2024
“Why is no one helping? You have a literal fairy there,” another responds, referring to the character Abby Cadabby. “It’s stressing me out. Help your friend.”
Day 4. Sorry for the late update friends. I was able to ask this nice bug for a ride back to my nest, but still no idea on how to get big again. Maybe I should ask for some help from grown-ups in government or college! #HelpBigBird https://t.co/frDuLf2cKx pic.twitter.com/l8CKSYQXI8
— Big Bird (@BigBird) January 27, 2024
As of the time of writing, it’s day six of Big Bird being tiny, and he still hasn’t returned to his usual 8’2” form.
Day 5. It’s been a big trip, for a little bird but I’ve learned so much. Even though it might be hard to see me right now, I’ve felt seen by all of you. 💛 #HelpBigBird https://t.co/nnDS2i2mFi pic.twitter.com/9qEISBy7LE
— Big Bird (@BigBird) January 28, 2024
Day 6. Still tiny. #HelpBigBird https://t.co/PX0GZtI1uo
— Big Bird (@BigBird) January 29, 2024
Still, he remains chirpy, buoyed by the support of fans and new friends on Sesame Street, including one friendly bug who gave him a ride home. “Even though it might be hard to see me right now, I’ve felt seen by all of you,” he shared.
Big Bird is small and this is how you’re tweeting? Read the room. https://t.co/ZjHSzwBDXo
— Louis Peitzman (@LouisPeitzman) January 29, 2024
big bird being small has ruined my day #helpbigbird pic.twitter.com/0dbF1u4kPC
— zoe (@gayrdians) January 30, 2024
