Ms. Rachel Reveals the Surprising Truth Behind Her Viral Success in Candid Interview
Ever find yourself humming a children’s song and suddenly realizing it’s morphed into “Toxicity” by System of a Down? No? Just me? Well, perhaps that’s the Ms. Rachel effect at work. Rachel Accurso—known to millions of overtired parents and even more screen-addled toddlers as Ms. Rachel—has transformed the landscape of educational YouTubers, all while sporting overalls and the calm patience of a preschool Zen master. But what happens when the internet’s favorite toddler whisperer ruffles feathers by getting political, or when a kids’ entertainer delivers punchlines sharper than a forgotten Lego underfoot? In this delightfully offbeat sit-down with The Onion, Ms. Rachel dishes on outsmarting Blippi, handling online hecklers, and why babies make the best audience (hint: the lack of death threats in the comments is a bonus). Just how far will a children’s show host go for the cause—or the laugh? Dive in for revelations, ridiculousness, and maybe a stroke story or two. LEARN MORE.Rachel Accurso, better known as Ms. Rachel, is a popular YouTuber who creates videos for toddlers. The Onion sat down with Ms. Rachel to discuss education, social media, and the backlash to her public support for the children of Gaza.
The Onion: Why did you create your show Songs For Littles?
Ms. Rachel: I figured if that dipshit Blippi could make it big, anyone could.
The Onion: What song do children love most?
Ms. Rachel: “Toxicity” by System of a Down.
The Onion: What inspired you to speak out about Gaza?
