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'Sesame Street' star reflects on BX upbringing in new book

Sonia Manzano, best known for role as Maria on "Sesame Street," used to spend her time giving advice to Elmo and Big Bird. Now, the native Bronx resident is sharing life-lessons with fans in her book,

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Jun 18, 2016, 10:31 PM

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