John Henson (1965-2014)

johnhensonPuppeteer John Henson, son of Muppets creator Jim Henson, has died of a massive heart attack, at the age of 48.

“It is with great sadness that we confirm that John Henson, son of Jim and Jane Henson and brother to Lisa, Cheryl, Brian and Heather, died at age 48 of a sudden massive heart attack on Friday, February 14, while at home with his daughter,” the rep said in a statement. “John served as a shareholder and board member of The Jim Henson Company. He leaves two daughters, Katrina (15) and Sydney (10) and his wife Gyongyi. A private service is being planned.”

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