Elmo's question prompts emotional responses from adults in the US and globally

Sesame Street character Elmo's social media post asking "Where have you been?" resonated with adults, eliciting emotional responses. Many users expressed feeling overwhelmed by global events and personal stress, with comments like "Thank you for asking. I'm tired of what's happening in the world" and "I need a hug." This follows a similar viral post by Elmo in January 2024, which also prompted widespread sharing of personal feelings and responses from public figures.