Up Next
Back to Show
PBS News Hour
Sonia Manzano on becoming Sesame Street’s ‘Maria’
Writer and actor Sonia Manzano played the character of Maria on “Sesame Street” for 44 years before announcing her retirement. In her new memoir, “Becoming Maria,” Manzano recounts her tough childhood in the South Bronx and how she used her experiences to help other children. Jeffrey Brown speaks with Manzano about her journey to playing a beloved role model.
Sign up now for inspiring and thought-provoking media delivered straight to your inbox.
Support Provided By
26:35
September 13, 2020 - PBS NewsHour Weekend full episode
27:14
September 12, 2020 - PBS NewsHour Weekend full episode
26:17
September 6, 2020 - PBS NewsHour Weekend full episode
25:20
September 5, 2020 - PBS NewsHour Weekend full episode
56:51
September 1, 2020 - PBS NewsHour full episode
23:59
August 30, 2020 - PBS NewsHour Weekend full episode
23:59
August 29, 2020 - PBS NewsHour Weekend full episode
26:35
August 16, 2020 - PBS NewsHour Weekend full episode
26:34
August 15, 2020 - PBS NewsHour Weekend full episode
56:24
August 14, 2020 - PBS NewsHour full episode
56:45
August 12, 2020 - PBS NewsHour full episode
56:44
August 10, 2020 - PBS NewsHour full episode