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James Maury Henson (September 24, 1936 – May 16, 1990) was an American puppeteer, animator, actor, and filmmaker who achieved worldwide notability as the creator of the Muppets. Henson was also well known for creating Fraggle Rock (1983–1987) and as the director of The Dark Crystal (1982) and Labyrinth (1986).
Jim Henson #IdeaMan, a #DisneyPlus Original Documentary from Academy Award-winning filmmaker Ron Howard, is streaming May 31.
May 31, 2024 · Puppeteer Jim Henson created the Muppets, who gained worldwide fame on TV series ‘Sesame Street’ and ‘The Muppet Show.’ Read about his movies, death, and more.
Documentary from 1994 celebrating the life and work of Muppets Creator and legendary puppeteer, Jim Henson.
Nov 10, 2021 · 5,649 Views. 2021 Nov 10. The Muppets, Labyrinth, The Dark Crystal, Fraggle Rock and Sesame Street are among his many creations. You know his name, but now, you can get to know the man himself....
Feb 27, 2023 · The Jim Henson Company Works with Paramount’s Ananey Studios to Develop The Season Keepers, A New Animated Series Inspiring “Climate Hope”.
Jim Henson. Actor: The Muppet Show. Jim Henson never thought that he would make a name of himself in puppetry; it was merely a way of getting himself on television. The vehicle that achieved it was Sam and Friends (1955), a late-night puppet show that was on after the 11:00 news in Washington DC.
Jul 31, 2024 · Jim Henson (born September 24, 1936, Greenville, Mississippi, U.S.—died May 16, 1990, New York, New York) was an American puppeteer and filmmaker, creator of the Muppets of television and motion pictures. He coined the term Muppets as a meld of marionettes and puppets.
Jim Henson Biography. Early television intrigued young Jim Henson and sparked his imagination and creativity. Seeing enormous potential for puppets in this medium, he began his career in Washington, D.C. local television.
May 31, 2024 · Jim Henson didn’t set out to become a famous puppeteer or create characters beloved by children—and adults—worldwide. He made puppets simply because he wanted to work in...
