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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Jim_HensonJim Henson - Wikipedia

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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).

   • Years active: 1954–1990

   • Cause of death: Toxic shock syndrome

2. www.biography.com › movies-tv › jim-hensonJim Henson - Movies, Storyteller & Death - Biography

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   Apr 3, 2014 · Learn about Jim Henson, the American puppeteer who created the Muppets and Sesame Street characters. Explore his life, career, achievements, death and legacy in this comprehensive biography.

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4. www.imdb.com › name › nm0001345Jim Henson - IMDb

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   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. It proved to be very popular and inspired Jim to continue ...

   • Birth Date: January 1, 1
   • Birth Place: Greenville, Mississippi, USA

   • Death Date: January 1, 1
   • Death Place: New York City, New York, USA

5. muppet.fandom.com › wiki › Jim_HensonJim Henson | Muppet Wiki | Fandom

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   Jim Henson (September 24, 1936 - May 16, 1990) was the creator of the Muppets, founder of The Jim Henson Company, and the performer behind many of his company's most famous characters, including Kermit the Frog, Ernie, and Rowlf the Dog. James Maury Henson was born in Greenville, Mississippi on September 24, 1936. The Henson family lived in Stoneville, an adjacent unincorporated community ...

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7. www.britannica.com › biography › Jim-HensonJim Henson | Biography & Facts | Britannica

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   May 12, 2024 · Jim Henson, 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.’ Notable characters included Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, Big Bird, and the Cookie Monster. Learn more about Henson’s life and career.

   • Author: The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica

8. press.disneyplus.com › news › disney-plus-jim-hensonDisney+ Shares Official Trailer For “Jim Henson Idea Man”

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   Apr 24, 2024 · Watch the trailer for “Jim Henson Idea Man,” a Disney+ Original that explores the life and work of the legendary puppeteer and filmmaker. The film features personal archives, interviews and never-before-seen footage of Jim Henson and his creations.

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   How many kids does Jim Henson have?

   • The Jim Henson Company itself, under the guidance of Henson's children Brian, Lisa, Cheryl, and Heather (John Henson died in February 2014), continues to produce new projects, including original content and spin-offs of their classic properties such as Fraggle Rock and The Dark Crystal.

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   Why is Jim Henson so important?

   • Jim Henson was an amazing man who created more than a hundred memorable characters over a thirty-year career. His puppets were groundbreaking, allowing puppeteers to control more of the puppet than ever before. From Kermit to Rizzo the Rat, everyone has a favorite muppet. On September 24, 1936, Jim Henson was born in Greenville, Mississippi.

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   How did Jim Henson become famous?

   • When not at home, Henson was finding his footing in the world of entertainm­ent after establishi­ng Muppets, Inc. in 1958, which eventually would become the The Jim Henson Company. Before his move to Greenwich, Henson had already created characters like Kermit the Frog and Rowlf the Dog, according to the National Museum of American History.

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   What are Jim Henson's Muppets names?

   • Jim Henson's 10 Most Iconic Characters Bunsen and Beaker (the Muppet Show) The Skeksis (The Dark Crystal) Jareth The Goblin King (Labyrinth) Dr. Teeth and the Electric Mayhem (The Muppet Show) Statler and Waldorf (The Muppet Show) The Swedish Chef (The Muppet Show) Bert and Ernie (Sesame Street) Big Bird (Sesame Street) Rowlf the Dog (The Muppet Show) Kermit the Frog (Various)

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10. www.henson.comJim Henson – The Jim Henson Company | Home

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    The official website of the Jim Henson Company, the creator of Muppets, Fraggle Rock and more. Find out the latest news, exhibits and the reboot of Fraggle Rock on Apple TV+.