Elmo Live is the latest in the popular series of plush Elmo dolls, which started with Tickle Me Elmo in 1996. Elmo Live is an interactive doll showcased at Toy Fair 2008. He is activated when he is tickled, or when his foot, stomach, back, or nose is squeezed. He can sit, stand and gesture as he tells stories, jokes, sings and play games.

1. First appearance: 1972
2. Color: Red
3. Age: 3 1/2 years old
4. Hosts: Elmo's World
5. Portrayed by: Kevin Clash
6. Feature film: Elmo in Grouchland
7. TV movie: Cinderelmo
8. Direct to DVD film: Elmo Saves Christmas

The original Tickle Me Elmo, who laughed when tickled, was the must-have toy of 1996. Shoppers stood in long lines and even physically fought over the doll, and it was resold for up to $1500. Store employees were injured by shoppers in pursuit of the doll. Other Sesame Street dolls were released to cash in on the Tickle Me Elmo fad. None met with the success of the original, although 2006's TMX Elmo doll, which rolled around on the floor and spoke in addition to laughing when tickled, came very close.

• FischerPrice.com: Buy Elmo Live (Price: $60.00)

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• NY Daily News: Meet Elmo Live - and more of 2008's hottest holiday toys (November 28, 2008)

• Gizmodo: Elmo Live Video Review (Verdict: Buy If You Love Your Children) (October 14, 2008)

• CrunchGear: Elmo Live at Toy Fair 2008 (February 15, 2008)

• I4U News: New Elmo Live (Feburary 14, 2008)

• Engadget: New Elmo Live can sit, stand and tell stories... (February 14, 2008)

• BusinessWire: Fisher-Price(R) Reveals Most Engaging... (February 14, 2008)

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