Maybe not anymore, but he was there when Sesame Street started. I was there and I remember. Then he went on to the big time – The Muppet Show, Broadway, movies. A very talented frog.
Kima on The Wire reading to her son: “Goodnight Moon. Goodnight Stars. Good night Popos (police cars). Goodnight hoppers. Goodnight corner boys.” Sad, but very effective.
I always thought a pedant was someone who enjoyed showing off his knowledge, especially of words. Not to sound pedantic, but I don’t think the word is used correctly in this context.
I’m guessing Elvis, Alexander Hamilton (?), Lennon and MJ.