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Naomi Osaka Teaches Muppets About Melanin in a New Episode of Sesame Street

It may be the start of cold, dark January, but Sesame Street – as any true fan knows – is always thinking about those sunny days. And in a new episode, the show is tackling the need for sunscreen for all skin types with the help of tennis pro Naomi Osaka.

The four-time Grand Slam singles champion visited Sesame Street to give the muppets a tennis lesson, but she first explained that they needed to put on their visors and apply sunscreen – yes, even those with brown or Black skin. Read More

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