When describing Elmo of "Sesame Street," the words that likely come to mind include "cute," "cuddly" and "lovable." But in 2022, two new words can be added to that description: "unhinged" and "savage.

It's "Elmo's World" and we're just living in it — as long as we don't touch his oatmeal cookies. The furry red Muppet has garnered the adoration of adult fans on social media after soundbites and ...