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Jim Henson

Jim Henson was an American puppeteer, artist, and filmmaker best known as the creator of the Muppets, a beloved group of puppets featured in television shows and movies. He revolutionized puppetry with innovative techniques, combining humor, music, and deep storytelling that appealed to both children and adults. Henson's work included "Sesame Street," which educates children and "The Muppet Show," which became a cultural phenomenon. His creative legacy includes films like "The Dark Crystal" and "Labyrinth." Henson passed away in 1990, but his influence on entertainment, puppetry, and children's education endures today.