In October 1996, the toymaker sent 200 Tickle Me Elmo dolls to Rosie O’Donnell’s hit talk show. There, a star was born. Tickle Me Elmo dolls retailed for less than $30, but it didn’t take ...
The lore of the toy is that it’s possessed, as apparently malfunctioning versions of the dolls have threatened children. The internet responded with viral videos of Elmo being beaten and ...