Stacey Gordon

Stacey Gordon is an American puppeteer from Arizona who is best known for portraying Julia, a four-year-old female Muppet with autism, on the children's television series Sesame Street. Gordon previously worked as a therapist for children with autism. Her son has autism, and her experiences inform her portrayal of Julia. Gordon uses knowledge from her experiences with autistic children in portraying Julia. Gordon began puppeteering while in high school. She also performs with the Great Arizona Puppet Theater, and is part of an improv duo.