Tony Geiss

Nicholas Anthony "Tony" Geiss was an American producer, screenwriter, songwriter, lyricist, and author, primarily known for his work on children's programming. He was a key figure at Sesame Street for over three decades, collaborating with Judy Freudberg to co-create "Elmo's World" and writing for characters like Elmo, Big Bird, and Kermit the Frog. Geiss also co-wrote the animated films "An American Tail" (1986) and "The Land Before Time" franchise. He received 17 Daytime Emmy Awards and was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award.