Cheryl Henson
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Cheryl Lee Henson (born August 7, 1961) is an American puppet builder and philanthropist who has served as the president of the Jim Henson Foundation since 1992.[1] A supporter of puppetry arts and artists, she serves as a board member of The Jim Henson Company.[2] She was honored in 2010 at the LaMama Gala, and in 2011, she won the New Victory Arts Award for her leadership in puppetry.[3]
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Born | Cheryl Lee Henson (1961-08-07) August 7, 1961 (age 62) United States |
Alma mater | Yale University (BA) |
Occupation(s) | Puppet builder, philanthropist, puppeteer, actress, producer |
Years active | 1971–present |
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Title | President of Jim Henson Foundation |
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Edwin A. Finn Jr. (m. 2001) |
Children | 2 |
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