Carmen Osbahr
Biography
Carmen Osbahr is a Mexican-American puppeteer and actress. Born in Mexico City, Mexico on April 21, 1962, she has accumulated 68 known acting credits. She is widely known for her television work, having performed the character Rosita on Sesame Street since 1991. In addition to her long-running role on Sesame Street, she has performed other television puppet roles, including Kiki Flores on The Puzzle Place and Lily on Johnny and the Sprites. Her career spans multiple decades and children's television programs, establishing her presence in the field of puppetry as both a performer and actress.
Career overview
Carmen Osbahr is a Mexican-American actress and puppeteer. Born in Mexico City, Mexico, on April 21, 1962, she has established a notable television career with sixty-eight known acting credits listed on The Movie Database.
She is widely recognized for her puppetry work on children television programs. Since 1991, she has performed the character Rosita on Sesame Street. In addition to her long-running role on Sesame Street, she performed the character Kiki Flores on The Puzzle Place and the character Lily on Johnny and the Sprites.
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68 titles- STREET SMART: Lessons from a TV Icon (2025) as Self
- Jim Henson Idea Man (2024) as Self (archive footage)
- Cookie Monster's Bake Sale: Back to School (2024) as Rosita
- Elmo's Mindfulness Spectacular (2023) as Rosita
- Oscar's Handmade Halloween (2023) as Sesame Street Puppet Performer
- Jerry Nelson: A Celebratory Birthday Animatic (2022) as Rosita (voice)
- Sesame Street: 50 Years of Sunny Days (2021) as Self
- Sesame Street: Elmo's Playdate (2020) as Rosita (voice)
- The Monster at the End of This Story (2020) as Rosita
- The Power of We: A Sesame Street Special (2020) as Rosita
- A Swingin' Sesame Street Celebration (2020) as Rosita (voice)
- When You Wish Upon a Pickle: A Sesame Street Special (2018)
- The Muppets Take The O2 (2018) as Additional Muppet Performer (voice)
- Sesame Street: The Magical Wand Chase (2017) as Rosita
- Once Upon a Sesame Street Christmas (2016) as Rosita (voice)
- Keep Christmas With You (2015) as Rosita
- Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (2014) as Sesame Street Muppet Performer
- Sesame Street: Singing with the Stars (2012)
- Sesame Street: Elmo's Magic Numbers (2012) as Rosita/Ovejita
- Sesame Street: Wild Words and Outdoor Adventures (2011)
- Sesame Street: Elmo's Shape Adventure (2011) as Rosita (voice)
- Sesame Street: The Best Pet in the World (2010) as Rosita
- Sesame Street: When Families Grieve (2010) as Rosita
- Sesame Street: Bedtime with Elmo (2009) as Rosita (voice)
- Sesame Street: Being Green (2009) as Rosita (voice
- Sesame Street: Elmo and Friends: The Letter Quest and Other Magical Tales (2009)
- Sesame Street: Elmo's World: Summer Vacation (2008) as Muppet Performer (voice)
- Sesame Street: Abby in Wonderland (2008) as Rosita as Little Rose (voice)
- Sesame Street: Love the Earth! (2008) as Segment Muppet Performer
- Sesame Street: Play with Me Sesame: Let's Play Games (2008)
- Yo Gabba Gabba! (2007)
- Johnny and the Sprites (2007) as Lily the Water Sprite (voice)
- Elmo's Christmas Countdown (2007) as Rosita (voice)
- 30 Rock (2006) as Puppeteer
- A Sesame Street Christmas Carol (2006) as Additional Muppet Performer (voice) (archive footage)
- Sesame Street: Elmo's Potty Time (2006) as Additional Muppet Performer
- Sesame Beginnings: Exploring Together (2006) as Additional Muppet Performer
- Sesame Street: What's the Name of That Song? (2004) as Rosita
- Sesame Street: Elmo's World: The Street We Live On! (2004) as Rosita (voice)
- Elmo's World: Family Feature (2002) as Rosita
- Sesame Street: Elmo's World: Happy Holidays! (2002)
- Sesame Street: Bert & Ernie's Word Play (2002) as Rosita (voice)
- Sesame Street: Elmo's World: Wild Wild West! (2001) as Rosita
- Sesame Street: Elmo's Musical Adventure: The Story of Peter and the Wolf (2001) as Rosita (voice)
- Sesame Street: Kids' Favorite Songs 2 (2001) as Rosita (voice)
- Sesame Street: Elmo's World: Singing, Drawing & More! (2000) as Rosita
- The West Wing (1999) as Rosita
- The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland (1999) as Rosita (voice)
- CinderElmo (1999) as Rosita (voice)
- The Case of Majella McGinty (1999) as Thelma
- Sesame Street: Elmopalooza! (1998) as Rosita (voice)
- Sesame Street 'A Is for Asthma' (1998) as Rosita (voice)
- The View (1997) as Self
- Bear in the Big Blue House (1997) as Ursa
- Sesame Street: Elmo Says BOO! (1997) as Rosita
- Sesame Street: Quiet Time (1997) as Rosita (voice)
- Sesame Street: Fiesta! (1997) as Rosita (voice)
- Muppet Sing Alongs: Treasure Island (1996) as Additional Muppets (voice)
- Sesame Street: Elmo Saves Christmas (1996) as Rosita (voice)
- Kids for Character (1996) as Kiki Flores(archive footage)
- Sesame Street: Elmocize (1996) as Rosita (voice)
- The Puzzle Place (1995) as Kiki Flores (voice)
- Sesame Street | All-Star 25th Birthday: Stars and Street Forever! (1994) as Rosita (archive footage)
- Sesame Street Jam: A Musical Celebration (1993) as Rosita (voice)
- Sesame Street Stays Up Late! (1993) as Rosita(voice)
- The Muppets Celebrate Jim Henson (1990) as Additional Muppet Performer
- Sesame Street (1969) as Rosita (voice)
- Sesame Street (1969) as Abelardo / Rosita (voice)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Carmen Osbahr best known for?
Carmen Osbahr is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (2014), Yo Gabba Gabba! (2007), 30 Rock (2006), The Bridges of Madison County (1995).
When and where was Carmen Osbahr born?
Carmen Osbahr was born on April 21, 1962 in Mexico City, Mexico.
How many credits does Carmen Osbahr have?
Carmen Osbahr has accumulated over 68 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1969 to 2025.
What is Carmen Osbahr's background in cinema and television?
Carmen Osbahr is a Mexican-American puppeteer and actress. Born in Mexico City, Mexico on April 21, 1962, she has accumulated 68 known acting credits. She is widely known for her television work, having performed the character Rosita on Sesame Street since 1991. In addition to her long-running role on Sesame Street, sh...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The West Wing (1999) as Rosita — aged about 37
- Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (2014) as Sesame Street Muppet Performer — aged about 52
- 30 Rock (2006) as Puppeteer — aged about 44
- Bear in the Big Blue House (1997) as Ursa — aged about 35
- Yo Gabba Gabba! (2007) — aged about 45
- Sesame Street (1969) as Rosita (voice) — aged about 7
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