umonia. Antibiotics were useless. At 1:21 AM on May 16, 1990 Jim’s heart and kidneys failed. He went into shock and died. He was only 53 years old (Roush). The world was saddened at the loss of a great entertainer and an even greater person. After Jim’s death, opera singer Beverly Sillis said, “There’s a lot less sunshine in the world today” (Mc Farlin). Jim entertained millions (WRITTEN BY ERIC G.)through his work. He brought popularity to puppetry, and his characters continue to shape the lives of children through shows like Sesame Street. Jim Henson reached his life goals in many ways. He not only brought respect to the art of puppetry in the United States but also appealed to the child in all of us as he gave us characters to love in common bond with people around the world. In doing so he not only left the world a better place, but will continue to have a positive impact for generations to come. (Fionaurora)Jim’s memorial service took place at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine in New York. At the service Big Bird sang “It Ain’t Easy Being Green.” Muppet performers with their puppets sang a medley of children’s songs. Kermit was not there out of respect for Jim. Jim had performed Kermit for years, and no one could (or would) try to take his place. Jim Henson’s memory is not gone. His eldest son Brian now runs Henson Productions. Jim’s daughter Cheryl also works at Henson Productions. Since 1990 Henson Productions has released nine movies including Witches, Muppet Treasure Island, and Muppets in Space. The company currently has plans to launch a 24-hour cable network called “The Kermit Network.” It will feature family programming (Collins).Jim Henson is undoubtedly the most famous puppeteer ever. Over the course of his thirty year career, he received eighteen Emmy awards, seven Grammy awards, four Peabody awards, and numerous...
