Age: 2 and 1/2

Birthday: February 3rd

Color: Red

Popularity: 62% of kids and 23% of adults name Elmo as their favorite Muppet, as of 1996. (Courtesy SS Magazine)

Hobbies: Playing the violin, tap dancing

Best Friend: Zoe, an orange Muppet about Elmo's age.

Favorite song: "Elmo's Song"

Pet: Giggles the Goldfish

Favorite Phrase: "Elmo Loves You!"

Favorite Food: Pizza

Sports: Rollerblading, miniature golf

Man Behind the Muppet: Kevin Clash