Jim Henson

In 1965, 28-year-old Jim Henson started a written log of his activities in what became known as “The Red Book.”

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At last, a detailed exploration of Jim Henson’s first television series, written and painstakingly researched by Craig Shemin (President, The Jim Henson Legacy) with a foreword by Frank Oz.
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"When I was young, my ambition was to be one of the people who made a difference in this world." -Jim Henson

Happy birthday, Jim.

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American Puppet Theater Today, an exhibition featuring the work of legendary photographer Richard Termine can be seen in the LaMama Galleria, part of their puppet festival from 9/29-10/10, 2021. A presentation of the Jim Henson Foundation. More info here:
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Casey Butler, from Creative Affairs at the company, celebrates Jim Henson’s 85th birthday by remembering how Jim demonstrated the value of being innovative and daring as an artist. #JimHensonBirthday

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Terri McAlpine, Head of HR at the company, celebrates Jim Henson’s legacy on his 85th birthday. #JimHensonBirthday

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Jim Henson, in his own words. Words to live by and words to love by. #JimHensonBirthday

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Halle Stanford, President of Television at the company, celebrates Jim Henson’s 85th birthday by remembering the many ways that Jim Henson made her childhood magical, and inspired her to continue his legacy for a new generation. #JimHensonBirthday

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Take a virtual tour of Jim Henson’s office in this Yahoo Entertainment exclusive augmented reality experience! Narrated by Brian & Lisa Henson, you’ll get a look at some of the artifacts & anecdotes from Jim’s amazing life & career. #JimHensonBirthday
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Joe Henderson, head of administration at the company, remembers the lifelong lessons of inclusion that he learned from Jim Henson. #JimHensonBirthday

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Brittan Brown, head of production finance at the company, celebrates Jim Henson’s 85th birthday by recognizing that the studio, the projects and the people of The Jim Henson Company are all part of continuing his legacy. #JimHensonBirthday

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Nicole Goldman, head of marketing, thanks Jim Henson for showing us all the meaning of family. #JimHensonBirthday

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Blanca, head of features at the company, reflects on discovering #Labyrinth for the first time. #JimHensonBirthday

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Gigi, the executive Faerie in charge of Magick (and Brian Henson’s office) shares what Jim Henson means to her on his 85th birthday. #JimHensonBirthday

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TODAY! Join us as we celebrate Jim Henson’s 85th Birthday! Chat live w/Cheryl, Lisa & Brian Henson, & puppeteer Karen Prell. We’ll be discussing Jim's legacy, & taking questions about #Labyrinth, The #DarkCrystal, & #FraggleRock! The fun starts at 11am PT. There will be prizes!

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Some of our amazing puppeteers (can you name them all?) celebrate Jim Henson’s creative legacy and what he means to them (in one word!) on his 85th birthday. 
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Heather Henson (with her crane in her garden) celebrates her father’s creativity, encouraging each of us to respect the connection we share with all living things. #JimHensonBirthday

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"I love my work, and because I enjoy it, it doesn't really feel like work." -Jim Henson
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Lisa Henson (at Jim’s original desk!) on her father’s artistic legacy on his 85th birthday. Catch Lisa at 12pm (PT) tomorrow, Friday @hensoncompany for our LIVE Twitter Party celebrating Jim Henson’s 85th Birthday! #JimHensonBirthday

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Cheryl Henson (at the Jim & Jane Henson Rehearsal Hall) celebrates her father’s enduring legacy on his 85th birthday. Catch Cheryl at 11am (PT) tomorrow, Friday @hensoncompany on our LIVE Twitter Party celebrating Jim Henson’s 85th Birthday! #JimHensonBirthday

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This 1961 experimental animated short takes us on a jazz-infused trip that ends with Jim Henson pulling back the curtain to show the artist’s process. #JimHensonBirthday