Stacey Gordon
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Stacey Gordon | |
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| Occupation | Puppeteer |
| Years active | 2014–present |
Stacey Gordon is an American
Gordon previously worked as a therapist for children with autism.[1] Her son has autism, and her experiences inform her portrayal of Julia.[1][2][3] Gordon uses knowledge from her experiences with autistic children in portraying Julia.[1] Gordon began puppeteering while in high school.[1] She also performs with the Great Arizona Puppet Theater,[4] and is part of an improv duo.[1]References
- ^ a b c d e f Lengel, Kerry (March 24, 2017). "Meet Stacey Gordon, the Phoenix mom who plays 'Sesame Street's' first character with autism". The Arizona Republic. Retrieved June 20, 2017.
- ^ a b "Meet Stacey Gordon, the Phoenix mom who plays 'Sesame Street's' first character with autism". CBC radio. March 24, 2017. Retrieved June 20, 2017.
- ^ a b MOORE, FRAZIER (March 26, 2017). "New autistic muppet, Julia, moving on to 'Sesame Street'". The Columbian. Retrieved June 20, 2017.
- ^ a b Minutaglio, Rose (March 20, 2017). "Meet Julia: Sesame Street's First Muppet with Autism — and the Brilliant Puppeteer Behind the Character". People. Retrieved June 20, 2017.