Emilio Delgado, actor who played Luis on Sesame Street, dies at 81

The Mexican American actor played the"Fix-It Shop" owner for more than 40 years, returning as the original character for Sesame Street's 50th anniversary in 2019.Delgado had reportedly been diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a blood cancer, in December 2020. He died in his New York City home surrounded by family.As recently as 2021, the actor had roles in the TV shows Law & Order: SVU and The Bravest Knight as well as the film iGilbert.

"RIP Emilio Delgado," TV reporter Rosy Cordero tweeted."Luis and Maria were the first Latinos I ever saw on TV. They were a huge part of my family. They paved the way." RIP Emilio Delgado. Luis and Maria were the first Latinos I ever saw on TV. They were a huge part of my family. They paved the way. #legend QEPD pic.twitter.com/vYKmesjXIN"RIP you proud Chicano, consummate entertainer & sweet man," author David Kamp tweeted."Emilio Delgado always announced himself on the phone by saying, 'It’s Emilio — Luis from Sesame Street.

RIP you proud Chicano, consummate entertainer & sweet man. Emilio Delgado always announced himself on the phone by saying, “It’s Emilio—Luis from Sesame Street.” As if he needed any introduction! He & Sonia Manzano made Latin-American kids feel seen, accepted, and sunny. 💔 pic.twitter.com/PIdkmx7HOJDelgado is survived by his wife, Carol.

I can’t wait to go back in time 3 years to watch that. 🙄

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