The Los Angeles Galaxy soccer star teamed up with one of the hit US TV show’s most famous puppets, Elmo, to introduce a new word to the programme’s millions of young viewers.
The Los Angeles Galaxy soccer star teamed up with one of the hit US TV show’s most famous puppets, Elmo, to introduce a new word to the programme’s millions of young viewers.
The father-of-three – who is married to Spice Girl Victoria – chose the word ‘persistence’ and went on to explain why it was so important to him.
A source said: “David has always been a huge fan of the show. When he was a kid he watched it and was more than happy to go on.
“He loves dealing with kids and thought it would be a great way to get through to them. He has developed a great understanding of children because of his own boys and coaching at the Beckham soccer schools.”
‘Sesame Street’ – which features puppets created by Jim Henson – began in 1969 and has broadcast more than 4,000 episodes.
Beckham is the latest in a long line of celebrities to appear in the show.
Robert De Niro, Jamie Foxx, REM and James Blunt are just a few names to have made an appearance alongside puppets Bert and Ernie, Cookie Monster, Big Bird and Count von Count.
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