Gael García Bernal (b. 1978) is a Mexican actor known for his performances in both Spanish and English-language productions.
In 2024, Bernal and Diego Luna (a frequent collaborator) appeared with Ernie and Bert in an online video posted to Sesame Street’s social media. Bernal and Luna compete against Ernie and Bert to determine which duo are better best friends. (YouTube)
Bernal and Luna later appeared in a video with Rosita to teach the word "compassion" and to promote the Sesame Street in Communities online resources. (YouTube)
Bernal's film credits include the Academy Award-nominated Amores perros and Y tu mamá también, The Science of Sleep (directed by Michel Gondry), Casa de Mi Padre (with Will Ferrell), and Pixar's Coco (as Héctor). For television, he starred on Mozart in the Jungle (with Bernadette Peters) and played the titular role in the Marvel special Werewolf by Night (with Kirk Thatcher).
