The 7th Sesame Workshop Benefit Gala was held on May 27, 2009 in conjunction with Sesame Street’s 40th anniversary.
- Host - Brian Williams
- Honored - NYC Mayor Michael Bloomberg
- Attendees - President Barack Obama (via pre-recorded video), Sheryl Crow, Al Roker and Deborah Roberts, Bianna Golodryga, Joel Schumacher, Kate Snow, Joan Cooney, Lloyd Morrisett, Paula Zahn, Roscoe Orman, Patricia Barry
- Muppets - Elmo, Zoe, Rosita, Abby Cadabby, Grover, Michael Bloomberg Muppet
Sheryl Crow performing with Elmo
David Westin and Sherrie Westin