Jerry Nelson
Actor

Jerry Nelson

Jerry Nelson is credited on 28 movies and 5 TV shows, best known by TMDB votes for The Muppets, The Dark Crystal and The Muppet Christmas Carol.

Born July 10, 1934 in Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA; died August 24, 2012.

Filmography · 33 titles

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About Jerry Nelson

Jerry Nelson (July 10, 1934 – August 23, 2012) was an American puppeteer, best known for his work with The Muppets. Renowned for his wide range of characters and singing abilities, he performed Muppet characters on Sesame Street, The Muppet Show, Fraggle Rock, and various Muppet movies and specials.

Biography from TMDB, written by its community.

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