Animators who died on May 16

Take a focused look at the animators who passed away on May 16. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1990 Jim Henson

  Jim Henson was an American puppeteer, animator, cartoonist, actor, inventor, and filmmaker, best known as the creator of The Muppets. He was a pioneering figure in puppetry and children's entertainment, whose innovations transformed the art form and led to beloved television programs such as Sesame Street and The Muppet Show. [bio]