Obituary of Jim Henson

Jim Henson

Jim Henson (born on September 24th, 1936) was a Puppeteer who was best known for being the creator of the Muppets. Jim died on May 16th, 1990 and his death was possibly because of bacterial pneumonia.

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Dead or Alive: Dead
Full Name: Henson, Jim
Common Name: Jim Henson
Gender: Male
Birthplace: Greenville, Mississippi, U.S.
Birth Date: September 24, 1936
Age: 53 (at death)
Category/Genre: Puppeteer

Nationality: American
Spouse/Partner:
- * Jane Henson (married 28 May 1959-16 May 1990, his death)
Father: Paul Ransom Henson (1904–1994)
Mother: Betty Marcella (née Brown, 1904–1972)
Siblings:
Children:
- Lisa Henson (daughter)
- Cheryl Henson (daughter)
- Brian Henson (son)
- John Henson (son)
- Heather Henson (daughter)

Death Notice:

Date: May 16, 1990
Place: New York City, New York, U.S.
Cause of Death: Streptococcus pneumoniae

Quotable Quotes:

"Those who wish to sing, always find a song."

Is he dead or alive? According to our unconfirmed records, Mr. Henson has passed away.

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Last Updated: 2020-10-14 11:20:07
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