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[[Image:4131r.jpg|thumb|300px|Gina and baby Marco.]] |
[[Image:4131r.jpg|thumb|300px|Gina and baby Marco.]] |
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| − | '''Gina Jefferson''' is a human character on ''[[Sesame Street]]'', who first appeared in [[ |
+ | '''Gina Jefferson''' is a human character on ''[[Sesame Street]]'', who first appeared in [[Episode 2253]]. |
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| − | The character was created by writer [[Nancy Sans]], originally as a day player role. Her [[Episode 2253|first episode]], in [[Season 18 (1986-1987)|season 18]], involved her getting lost on the way to [[123 Sesame Street]], where [[Gordon]] and two directionally-abled science class students were watching the night sky.<ref>"Growing Up Gina", ''sesame family newsletter'', December 17, 2010.</ref> |
+ | The character was created by writer [[Nancy Sans]], originally as a day player role. Her [[Episode 2253|first episode]], in [[Season 18 (1986-1987)|season 18]], involved her getting lost on the way to [[123 Sesame Street]], where [[Gordon]] and two directionally-abled science class students were watching the night sky.<ref>"Growing Up Gina", ''sesame family newsletter'', December 17, 2010.</ref> She made a few more recurring appearances that season, including [[Episode 2263]], [[Episode 2293|2293]] and [[Episode 2309|2309]]. |
| − | When she was introduced as a regular, she worked at [[Hooper's Store]], getting the job in [[Episode 2358]]. She has developed friendships with [[Mike]] and [[Savion]], and had a romantic relationship with [[Jesse]]. She graduated from high school (Class of 1990) at the end of [[Season 21 (1989-1990)|season 21]] in [[Episode 2745]] and continued to work at Hooper's Store while figuring out what life path to follow. |
+ | When she was introduced as a regular, she worked at [[Hooper's Store]], getting the job in [[Episode 2358]]. She has developed friendships with [[Mike]] and [[Savion]], and had a romantic relationship with [[Jesse (human)|Jesse]]. She graduated from high school (Class of 1990) at the end of [[Season 21 (1989-1990)|season 21]] in [[Episode 2745]] and continued to work at Hooper's Store while figuring out what life path to follow. |
In [[Episode 3397]] ([[Season 27 (1995-1996)|Season 27]]), she revealed that she wished to work in child care and had taken night classes, earning her teaching certificate and working part-time at a day care center. From season 27 to [[Season 29 (1997-1998)|season 29]], she ran the [[Day Care Center|day care center]] located [[Around the Corner]]. |
In [[Episode 3397]] ([[Season 27 (1995-1996)|Season 27]]), she revealed that she wished to work in child care and had taken night classes, earning her teaching certificate and working part-time at a day care center. From season 27 to [[Season 29 (1997-1998)|season 29]], she ran the [[Day Care Center|day care center]] located [[Around the Corner]]. |
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| − | In [[Season 30 (1998-1999)|season 30]], she began studying to become a veterinarian. In [[Season 32 (2001)|season 32]], she opened her own vet clinic in the building that used to serve as a garage in the [[ |
+ | In [[Season 30 (1998-1999)|season 30]], she began studying to become a veterinarian. In [[Season 32 (2001)|season 32]], she opened her own vet clinic in the building that used to serve as a garage in the [[the arbor|courtyard]].<ref>[[Episode 3918]]</ref> |
In [[Season 37 (2006)|season 37]], she travelled to Guatemala with [[Maria]] to adopt [[Marco Jefferson|Marco]]. |
In [[Season 37 (2006)|season 37]], she travelled to Guatemala with [[Maria]] to adopt [[Marco Jefferson|Marco]]. |
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| − | Gina last appeared in new material in [[Season 45 (2014-2015)|season 45]], though occasionally appears in new episodes using older footage. |
+ | Gina last appeared in new material in [[Season 45 (2014-2015)|season 45]], though occasionally appears in new episodes using older footage and returned in ''[[Sesame Street's 50th Anniversary Celebration]]''. |
Gina's mother appeared off-screen in [[Episode 2595]], and later onsceen at her daughter's graduation ceremony in [[Episode 2745]]. According to [[Episode 4260]], Gina's mother is [[Italy|Italian]].<ref>[[Episode 4260]], citing her love for the smell of garlic</ref> |
Gina's mother appeared off-screen in [[Episode 2595]], and later onsceen at her daughter's graduation ceremony in [[Episode 2745]]. According to [[Episode 4260]], Gina's mother is [[Italy|Italian]].<ref>[[Episode 4260]], citing her love for the smell of garlic</ref> |
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She has appeared in songs such as "[[The Word is No]]" and "[[Rhyme Out]]." |
She has appeared in songs such as "[[The Word is No]]" and "[[Rhyme Out]]." |
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| + | ==Notes== |
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| + | *Although the character was phased out of the show in 2016, her full name (Dr. Gina Jefferson) appears on the window of the "Community Vet Clinic" at [[SeaWorld|Sesame Street at SeaWorld]], opened in 2019. |
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| + | *The script for [[Episode 2640]] refers to a young girl played by Anna Carra as Gina's little sister, however this is not mentioned in the episode as aired. Similarly, the script for [[Episode 2745]] mentions her presence at Gina's graduation, but she is not included in the aired episode. |
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==Appearances== |
==Appearances== |
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| + | '''Films and Specials''' |
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| − | She has appeared in the following specials: |
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+ | :''[[Sesame Street, Special]]'' |
:''[[Sesame Street: 20 and Still Counting]]'' |
:''[[Sesame Street: 20 and Still Counting]]'' |
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:''[[Big Bird's Birthday or Let Me Eat Cake]]'' |
:''[[Big Bird's Birthday or Let Me Eat Cake]]'' |
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| − | :''[[Sesame Street |
+ | :''[[Sesame Street: 25 Wonderful Years]]'' |
| + | :''[[Sesame Street Stays Up Late]]'' |
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:''[[Elmopalooza]]'' |
:''[[Elmopalooza]]'' |
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| + | :''[[The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland]]'' |
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:''[[The Street We Live On]]'' |
:''[[The Street We Live On]]'' |
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| + | :''[[Sesame Street's 50th Anniversary Celebration]]'' |
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| + | '''Home Videos''' |
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| − | She has also appeared in the following videos: |
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:''[[The Best of Ernie and Bert]]'' |
:''[[The Best of Ernie and Bert]]'' |
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:''[[Big Bird's Favorite Party Games]]'' |
:''[[Big Bird's Favorite Party Games]]'' |
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| + | :''[[Let's Play School (View-Master)|Let's Play School]]'' |
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:''[[Rock & Roll!]]'' |
:''[[Rock & Roll!]]'' |
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:''[[Dance Along!]]'' |
:''[[Dance Along!]]'' |
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:''[[Sesame Street Visits the Hospital]]'' |
:''[[Sesame Street Visits the Hospital]]'' |
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:''[[Telling the Truth]]'' |
:''[[Telling the Truth]]'' |
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| − | :''[[Elmo Visits the Doctor]]'' |
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:''[[What's the Name of That Song? (video)|What's the Name of That Song?]]'' |
:''[[What's the Name of That Song? (video)|What's the Name of That Song?]]'' |
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:''[[Elmo's Potty Time]]'' |
:''[[Elmo's Potty Time]]'' |
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==Sources== |
==Sources== |
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[[Category:Sesame Street Human Characters]] |
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Revision as of 14:17, 26 May 2020
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| PERFORMER | Alison Bartlett |
| DEBUT | 1986 |
Gina in Big Bird's Favorite Party Games.
Gina and her mother at her high school graduation (Episode 2745).
Gina at her day care center.
Linda and Barkley visit Gina's vet clinic.
Gina and baby Marco.
Gina Jefferson is a human character on Sesame Street, who first appeared in Episode 2253.
The character was created by writer Nancy Sans, originally as a day player role. Her first episode, in season 18, involved her getting lost on the way to 123 Sesame Street, where Gordon and two directionally-abled science class students were watching the night sky.[1] She made a few more recurring appearances that season, including Episode 2263, 2293 and 2309.
When she was introduced as a regular, she worked at Hooper's Store, getting the job in Episode 2358. She has developed friendships with Mike and Savion, and had a romantic relationship with Jesse. She graduated from high school (Class of 1990) at the end of season 21 in Episode 2745 and continued to work at Hooper's Store while figuring out what life path to follow.
In Episode 3397 (Season 27), she revealed that she wished to work in child care and had taken night classes, earning her teaching certificate and working part-time at a day care center. From season 27 to season 29, she ran the day care center located Around the Corner.
In season 30, she began studying to become a veterinarian. In season 32, she opened her own vet clinic in the building that used to serve as a garage in the courtyard.[2]
In season 37, she travelled to Guatemala with Maria to adopt Marco.
Gina last appeared in new material in season 45, though occasionally appears in new episodes using older footage and returned in Sesame Street's 50th Anniversary Celebration.
Gina's mother appeared off-screen in Episode 2595, and later onsceen at her daughter's graduation ceremony in Episode 2745. According to Episode 4260, Gina's mother is Italian.[3]
She has appeared in songs such as "The Word is No" and "Rhyme Out."
Notes
- Although the character was phased out of the show in 2016, her full name (Dr. Gina Jefferson) appears on the window of the "Community Vet Clinic" at Sesame Street at SeaWorld, opened in 2019.
- The script for Episode 2640 refers to a young girl played by Anna Carra as Gina's little sister, however this is not mentioned in the episode as aired. Similarly, the script for Episode 2745 mentions her presence at Gina's graduation, but she is not included in the aired episode.
Appearances
Films and Specials
- Sesame Street, Special
- Sesame Street: 20 and Still Counting
- Big Bird's Birthday or Let Me Eat Cake
- Sesame Street: 25 Wonderful Years
- Sesame Street Stays Up Late
- Elmopalooza
- The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland
- The Street We Live On
- Sesame Street's 50th Anniversary Celebration
Home Videos
- The Best of Ernie and Bert
- Big Bird's Favorite Party Games
- Let's Play School
- Rock & Roll!
- Dance Along!
- Sesame Street Visits the Hospital
- Telling the Truth
- What's the Name of That Song?
- Elmo's Potty Time
Book appearances
- Sesame Street Stays Up Late (1995)
- Many Friendly Neighbors (2016)
See also
Sources
- ↑ "Growing Up Gina", sesame family newsletter, December 17, 2010.
- ↑ Episode 3918
- ↑ Episode 4260, citing her love for the smell of garlic