Wait, Cookie Monster Used to Have Teeth?!

Turns out, the lovable Cookie Monster we know and love didn’t always look so toothless and cuddly. Early versions of this cookie-crunching blue guy actuallyhad teeth— yes,teeth! Imagine the chaos: chomping cookies with a full set of gnashers, probably a little less cuddly but maybe a bit more intimidating.

Luckily, Sesame Street decided to nix the teeth and keep the monster all soft, fuzzy, and adorably messy. It’s a hilarious reminder that even the most iconic characters go through awkward phases — and thank goodness Cookie Monster’s smile stayed mostly gummy!

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