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Jim Henson left a lasting, creative footprint that changed the lives of children all over the world.
Sesame Street – Jim Henson’s Creature Shop
I don’t remember how old I was when I first saw The Muppets on Sesame Street or The Muppets Show, but it was love at first sight. The whole idea of puppetry was forever changed. The closest I’ve seen before or since was in some of the characters created by modern ventriloquists.
Even though he died when he was only 53, his creativity changed the world.
“A statue of Henson with Kermit was erected on the campus of Henson’s alma mater, the University of Maryland, College Park in 2003.” ~ Wikipedia
“Disney artists Joe Lanzisero and Tim Kirk drew this tribute of Mickey Mouse consoling Kermit the Frog, which appeared in the Summer 1990 issue of WD Eye” ~ Wikipedia
I hope that he knew how much his vision brought joy to people, aside from the Grammys and other awards and tributes. I picture him seeing the delight in the faces of children (and adults) as they enjoy the colorful world he created.
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