Obituary of John Henson

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John Henson

John Henson (born April 25th, 1965 in New York City, New York) was a Puppeteer who was best known for being into "The Muppets". He also worked as a production designer, animator, writer, wood worker, artist and builder. John died on February 14, 2014 and his death was because of a heart attack. He was 48 years old.

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John Henson Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Henson, John
    • Common Name: John Henson
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: New York City, New York, United States
    • Birth Date: April 25, 1965
    • Age: 48 (at death)
    • Occupation: Puppeteer
    • Active Years: 1990-2005
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Marie's Dressing
    • Favorite Color: Sky Blue
    • Favorite Scent: Maison Francis Kurkdjian
    • Favorite Actor: Tom Hanks

    John's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: John Paul Henson
    • Father: Jim Henson (born September 24, 1936-died May 16, 1990)
    • Mother: Jane Henson (born June 16, 1934-died April 02, 2013)
    • Brother(s):
    • Sister(s):
      • Lisa Henson (born May 09, 1960)
      • Cheryl Henson
      • Heather Henson
    • Spouse/Partner:
    • Not  Married - Single - Dating?

Death Notice:

  • Date: February 14 2014 at age 48
  • Place: Saugerties, New York, United States
  • Cause of Death: Heart attack
  • Interment: Cremated and his ashes were given to his family

Category Tags:

PuppeteerAmerican Born on April 25th Born in 1965 Born in New York Died in 2014 Died at age 48 Died from Heart attack

Quotable Quotes:

"John Henson was a beloved comedian and performer whose talent and wit continue to inspire and entertain people around the world, even years after his passing. (V)"

"John Henson had a successful career as a professional puppeteer, captivating audiences with his intricate and lively performances, but his untimely passing left a void in the entertainment industry. (V)"

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Wiki Page Updated: 2025-07-04 16:43:02
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