Did Grover Drop the F-Bomb? Kids Weigh in on Viral Debate of 'Sesame Street' Character's Language

Mar. 16, 2025

New year, new viral debate!

In 2015, the Internet was divided over whethera dresswas blue and black or white and gold. In 2018, an audio clip of an automated voice saying“Laurel” or “Yanny”became the big question. And in 2019, aSesame Streetmuppet is causing the newest viral uproar: didGrover drop the F-bomb?

In response, Grover criedeither“That sounds like an excellent idea!”or“That’s a f—in’ excellent idea!”

Since the controversy was sparked, hundreds of people have weighed in, includingJimmy Kimmelwho relied on the help of some adorablechildren to solve the debate.

In a clip fromJimmy Kimmel Live!shared on Tuesday, the host had his team speak with several kids at The Farmer’s Market in Los Angeles to find out what they heard and if only adults could catch the curse.

While the first four children didn’t hear anything wrong with theSesame Streetclip, the others noticed the word instantly.

“[He said the] F-word,” said one child, mischievously smiling after watching the clip. “Don’t worry, I hear it at home!”

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Another kid was confident that the curse was included in the video. “Yeah, he said the F-word,” she said.

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Since bringing it to the Internet’s attention, many have debated the audio clip. There was, however, some agreement with users who claimed that people can hear both versions depending on “what they’re listening for.”

Reps atSesame Streetdid not immediately respond to PEOPLE’s request for comment.

source: people.com