Olivia Munn Reveals Why She Doesn't Let Her Kids Watch Ms. Rachel

Published: June 12, 2025

Olivia Munn, the star of "Your Friends & Neighbors," has shared her thoughts on kids' shows, and it's clear she's not a fan of Ms. Rachel or cartoons in general.

Munn, who shares son Malcolm, 3, and daughter Méi, 8 months, with husband John Mulaney, told PEOPLE that she doesn't allow her kids to watch kids' shows, including Ms. Rachel's videos.

"I know kids love [Ms. Rachel], but the thing is, if I can't watch it, I'm not going to spend the rest of my life going crazy," Munn said. "These kid shows drive me crazy."

Munn also shared that she's not a fan of cartoons, and when her son Malcolm asked for Blue's Clues, she said, "Hell no. Not in my house."

The only exception, according to Munn, is PBS' children's show Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood, which she describes as a "great program." The show helped Malcolm prepare to become a big brother to baby Méi, and Munn says it was useful in teaching him about responsibilities.

Munn also shared her approach to introducing Méi to Malcolm, saying that she and Mulaney made sure not to "change his world and identity and responsibilities." Instead, they focused on giving both children equal attention and making sure Malcolm didn't feel left out.

Munn says Méi "loves her brother" and that Malcolm is teaching her how to talk. She shared a funny moment when Malcolm told her that he only loved her a little bit, but she reassured him that she would always love him no matter how much he loved her.

Munn, who has been open about her struggles with postpartum anxiety and breast cancer diagnosis, says that she's able to take all of the toddler antics in stride now.

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