Emilio Delgado, ‘Sesame Street’ Actor Dead at 81, Played Luis for 40 Years
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Emilio Delgado, the entertainer whose long term depiction of Sesame Street’s fix-it retailer Luis Rodriguez charmed him to ages of young watchers. He was a spearheading force in TV’s portrayal of Mexican-Americans. Delgado passed away in New York City today. The actor died only over two years in the wake of being determined to have the blood cancer different myeloma. His demise was affirmed by Sesame Workshop in a proclamation to Deadline. Delgado’s spouse, Carole, uncovered the reason for death to TMZ. Carol said Emilio was as yet a working entertainer until the pandemic. He was playing the lead in “Quixote Nuevo”. A theater creation that had a 3-city run before things were closed down. As indicated by Emilio’s Instagram account, he additionally as of late accomplished some voiceover work in January. Also took an interest in a virtual “Sesame Street” meet-the-cast occasion.
Emilio joined the cast of PBS’ Sesame Street as Luis in 1971, the amiable neighborhood jack of all trades and yearning author. The entertainer’s employing came a few seasons into the show’s run when makers moved to build the series’ portrayal of the Puerto Rican and Mexican people group. likewise joining the cast then. At that point, was Raul Julia, who played Luis’ fix-it shop accomplice Rafael.
Sesame Workshop confirmed the reason of Emilio’s death.
The Sesame Street workshop confirmed Emilio’s death. They said, “Emilio Delgado, who played Luis on Sesame Street, passed away on March 10, 2022. A beloved member of the Sesame family for over 50 years, his warmth and humor invited children to share a friendship that has echoed through generations. At the forefront of representation, Emilio proudly laid claim to the ‘record for the longest-running role for a Mexican-American in a TV series.’ We are so grateful he shared his talents with us and with the world.” As indicated by TMZ, Emilio’s spouse Carol told the power source he died on Thursday in his home in New York City. Emilio had been in hospice care recently. However, he was determined to have the blood cancer different myeloma in December 2020.
