An autobiography was said to be in the works. Two years of relative obscurity followed. After suffering years of controversy, rumor and speculation, Bert finally came out of the closet and left Sesame Street early in 1999. Bert: While always denying he ever had a gay relationship with his long time friend Ernie, the rumors of Bert's orientation boiled to a head after the 1998 season.

Did you ever wonder what those cute, adorable characters from Sesame Street are doing today? They're still on Sodomy Street.

The 'alternate lifestyle' children's television show.