Hilda (The Sesame's Show)

Hilda is the seamstress/wardrobe mistress on Sesame Street. For the most part, Hilda only appears in the street, making rare appearances as an number character. Hilda speaks with an Eastern European accent.

Hilda usually appeared onstreet. Her number appearances include introducing Vincent Price in a scary sketch set in Transylvania, which she claims is her homeland. She participated in the Panel Discussion:"What is Man's Role in the Universe?" in episode 109. She was one of the library patrons who played "The Blue Danube" in episode 124. She also occasionally sang backup for numbers such as "Friends", "I Got a Name", "There's No Business Like Show Business", and "(Hey Won't You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song".

In episode 118, she tries to appear younger by wearing a wig, putting on makeup, and even fitting her figure into a corset (until it blows a gasket). She goes to these lengths because no one believes her when she claims she is only 35 years old.

In episode 102, Gonzo begs her to mend his teddy bear.

Hilda is one of the central street characters in the series.