Jim Henson Biography, Facts & Life Story

May 2024 · 2 minute read

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Height, Weight & Physical Stats

BodytypeAverage
Height6 feet 0 inches (1.85 m)
Hair ColorGrey
Eye ColorGreen
NicknameJim
GenderMale
Date of BirthSeptember 24, 1936
Full NameJames Maury Henson
ProfessionPuppeteer, Screenwriter, Voice acting, Film director, Inventor, TV Producer, Film Producer, Animator
NationalityAmerican
Date of DeathMay 16, 1990
Place of DeathNew York Hospital, New York, United States
Cause of DeathPneumonia
BirthplaceGreenville, Mississippi, United States
Zodiac SignLibra

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Jim Henson Education

College: University of Maryland

Jim Henson Career

Profession: Puppeteer, Screenwriter, Voice acting, Film director, Inventor, TV Producer, Film Producer, Animator

Known For: Sesame Street, Fraggle Rock

Debut:

Muppet Movie (1979)

Net Worth: USD $10 million (approx)

Family & Relatives

Father: Paul Ransom Henson

Mother: Betty Henson

Brother: Name Not Known

Sister: Name Not Known

Marital Status: Married

Wife: Jane Henson (m. 1959–1990)

No. of Children: 5

Son: Brian Henson, John Henson

Daughter: Lisa Henson, Cheryl Henson, Heather Henson

Past Relationships:

Daryl Hannah (1989)
Mary Ann Clery (1986 – 1990)

FAQs

Who was Jim Henson?

Jim Henson was an American puppeteer, screenwriter, voice acting, film director, inventor, tv producer, film producer, animator, born on 24 September, 1936 in Greenville, Mississippi, United States.

When did Jim Henson pass away?

Jim Henson passed away on May 16, 1990.

What was the cause of death?

The cause of Jim Henson’s death was Pneumonia.

How old was Jim Henson at the time of death?

Jim Henson was 34 years old when he passed away.

How tall was Jim Henson?

Jim Henson was 6 feet 0 inches (1.85 m).

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