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Kevin Clash - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | September 17, 1960 |
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| Age | 65 |
| Birthplace | Baltimore, Maryland, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo - (see also Kevin Clash's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Portraying and developing the voice and persona of Elmo on Sesame Street. |
Intro
Kevin Clash is an American puppeteer, director, and producer best known for performing and developing the character Elmo on the children's television show Sesame Street.
Early Life & Background
Kevin Clash was born in Baltimore, Maryland. From a young age, he was fascinated by puppetry and began making his own puppets. He began performing locally as a teenager, inspired by Jim Henson and Sesame Street.
Career Highlights
- Joined Sesame Street in 1984 and performed Elmo from 1984 to 2012.
- Won multiple Daytime Emmy Awards for his work as Elmo.
- Worked on shows such as The Jim Henson Hour, Dinosaurs, and Muppet Treasure Island.
- Served as Sesame Street’s senior puppet coordinator and Muppet captain.
Trivia
- Published an autobiography titled 'My Life as a Furry Red Monster' in 2006.
- Was the subject of the 2011 documentary 'Being Elmo: A Puppeteer's Journey.'
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Kevin Clash?
Kevin Clash is 65 years old.
When was Kevin Clash born?
Kevin Clash was born the 17 September 1960.
Where is Kevin Clash from?
Baltimore, Maryland, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About September 17th, 1960, in brief:
- Historical events: On September 17, 1960, the Cuban government announced the nationalization of all American-owned banks operating in the country. This move was part of a series of actions that led to the deterioration of U.S.-Cuba relations.
- Day of the week: September 17th, 1960 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: It's Now Or Never by Elvis Presley
- #1 UK song: Apache by The Shadows
- Popular movie: Psycho directed by Alfred Hitchcock
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