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Sesame Street's Abelardo wants to meet Pato Merlín, calls him 'distant cousin'

Sesame Street's Abelardo wants to meet Pato Merlín, calls him 'distant cousin'

From El Universal · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Abelardo, a beloved character from Plaza Sésamo (Sesame Street), expressed a strong desire to meet Pato Merlín, a popular fan-favorite duck associated with the Mexican national soccer team.
  • Abelardo shared his wish on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), stating his belief that Pato Merlín is a "distant cousin."
  • The post generated significant online excitement, with many users hoping to see a "crossover" between the two characters and sharing their affection for both.

The internet sensation Pato Merlín, known for his enthusiastic support of the Mexican national soccer team, continues to capture the hearts of many, now including a beloved children's television character. Abelardo Montoya, the iconic Muppet from Plaza Sésamo (Sesame Street), has publicly declared his eagerness to meet the feathered fan.

Abelardo took to the social media platform X, formerly Twitter, to share his excitement. In a post that quickly garnered widespread attention, he expressed a fervent wish to meet Pato Merlín, adding with great enthusiasm, "I'm sure he's one of my distant cousins." The sentiment was accompanied by a photo of Abelardo sporting his signature attire.

This declaration has ignited a wave of anticipation among fans, who are now dreaming of an epic crossover between the two popular figures. Social media users flooded the comments section with requests for a joint appearance, expressing their delight at the prospect of seeing the two "birds" together. Many commented on their shared cuteness and apparent love for football.

Fans shared sentiments like "We want to see a photo together" and "I can't wait to see them together," highlighting the widespread appeal of both Abelardo and Pato Merlín. The interaction underscores the unifying power of popular culture, bringing together characters from different realms and sparking joy among a diverse audience.

I don't want, I NEED to meet him, I'm sure he's one of my distant cousins.

— AbelardoAbelardo expresses his strong desire to meet Pato Merlín, believing they are related.
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Originally published by El Universal in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.