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Jim Henson
American puppeteer
- Born1936
- Died1990
- Known asAmerican puppeteer
Photo: Gotfryd, Bernard, photographer, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
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When did Jim Henson die?
May 16, 19901
Jim Henson was born on September 24, 1936 and died on May 16, 1990, aged 53.
- Wikipedia: Jim Henson, revision of Oct 25, 2026
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- Known for: American puppeteer (1936–1990)
- Born: September 24, 1936
- Died: May 16, 1990
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Career Highlights
- James Maury Henson (September 24, 1936 – May 16, 1990) was an American puppeteer and filmmaker who achieved worldwide notability as the creator of the Muppets.
- Henson was also well known for creating Fraggle Rock (1983–1987) and directing The Dark Crystal (1982) and Labyrinth (1986), as well as creating the Muppets for Sesame Street (1969–present).
- Born in Greenville, Mississippi, and raised in both Leland, Mississippi, and University Park, Maryland, Henson began developing puppets in high school.
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- MyShowNotes ✓ Tricked-Out Cars w/ Jeremiah Watkins! | Are You Garbage Comedy Podcast w/ Kevin Ryan & H. Foley: Wrong guess before the Price Chopper baseball signing reveal. (36:05)
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Who is Jim Henson?
James Maury Henson (September 24, 1936 – May 16, 1990) was an American puppeteer and filmmaker who achieved worldwide notability as the creator of the Muppets.
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