Tag Archives: Jim Henson

Funny Boy: The Introduction

Posted on January 7, 2018 by Max

Today is the anniversary of Richard Hunt’s death; in commemoration, I am releasing the introduction to his biography. I hope it helps to keep his memory alive.

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Happy Belated Birthday, Richard Hunt!

Posted on August 27, 2017 by Max

We are happy to report the site is back from its technological snafus! To celebrate Hunt’s birthday, please enjoy the speech he gave at Jim Henson’s memorial service in May 1990.

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Funny Boy: The Richard Hunt Biography – Opening Paragraphs

Posted on December 1, 2014 by Max

Prelude Spring, 1970 When Richard Hunt cold-called the Muppets, he was getting pretty desperate. He’d been out of high school for a year, stringing together a series of short-lived gigs. Most of his close friends were away at college. The … Continue reading →

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The Count Writes A Haiku: Jerry Nelson (1934-2012)

Posted on April 9, 2013 by Max

Cape Cod in February has an austere beauty: sand dunes draped in snow, grey-streaked skies, a generous silence. My friend Mallory and I parked outside the house five minutes before our noon appointment and stood by the car getting our … Continue reading →

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