John Kennedy
American puppeteer, born 1968
About John Kennedy
Born 1968. John Kennedy is an American marionetteist and puppeteer.
John Kennedy is an American puppeteer and voice actor. He is known for his work with The Jim Henson Company since 1990. He was born in Plainfield, Indiana. In 1991, Kennedy succeeded Jim Henson as Dr. Teeth, after which Bill Barretta took over in 2005. In 2006, he performed Kermit the Frog on the Disney Cruise Line show, Muppets Ahoy!
Filmography
Film
Television
Video games
Other appearances
Books Kennedy has written instructional books on puppeteering, aimed at younger audiences:
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Frequently asked questions
Who is John Kennedy?
American puppeteer, born 1968
When was John Kennedy born?
John Kennedy was born on 17 November 1968 in Plainfield.
What is John Kennedy's occupation?
John Kennedy is a marionetteist and puppeteer.
What nationality is John Kennedy?
John Kennedy is American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Kennedy (puppeteer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Kennedy. https://biography.guide/john-kennedy-marionetteist/
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