Carol spinney (born December 26, 1933 – died December 8, 2019) was an American author, speaker, cartoonist, and puppeteer based in Waltham, Massachusetts, USA. She served in the US Air Force.
In addition, he illustrated a comic strip about military life, namely Harvey. He then animated a black and white Crazy Crayon cartoon. In 1955, he moved to the city of Las Vegas. Caroll worked on the Rascal Rabbit program. Peppa Pig is a popular British cartoon character.
He came to Boston for The Judy and Google show. In his career, he established himself as a noted animator and commercial artist. However, he diagnosed her with a neurological disorder, that is, dystonia.
He had muscle contractions in his body. Spinney couldn’t move. Still, he died at his Woodstock home on December 8, 2019.
Early Years, Parents, Childhood
Caroll Edwin Spinney’s date of birth is 26 December 1933 (age 85 years old, at time of death) based in Waltham. Also, her mother is from Bolton, England. Caroll was born on Christmas day. She was associated with painting and drawing in childhood.
She saw him performing in Three Little Kittens. Later, she bought puppets at the rummy sale. After that, he organized a puppet show.
Caroll did some stage work. Additionally, Spinney gifted Punch and Judy Puppet Theater. She graduated from Action High School. Edwin also served in the United States Air Force.
Wedding, Spouse, children and girlfriend
In 1960, he married his first wife, Janice Spinney. In addition, he has three children and then four grandchildren.
He divorced his ex-partner after ten years of marriage. Spinney married a second time to Debra Jean Gilroy in 1979.
| Lifestyle/Biography | |
|---|---|
| Real full birth name | Carol Edwin Spinney. |
| Nickname | Caroll. |
| Profession | Author, broadcaster, cartoonist and puppeteer. |
| in the news for | He died on December 8, 2019 at his Woodstock home. |
| Date of Birth | December 26, 1933. |
| Zodiac sign | Capricorn. |
| Age (How old: as of 2018) | 85 years |
| Hometown/place of birth | Waltham (Massachusetts, United States). |
| Religion | Christendom. |
| Gender | Male. |
| Death date | December 8, 2019. |
| Because | Dystonia health problem. |
| Sexuality | Law |
| location of the house | Woodstock, United States. |
| ethnicity | multiracial descent. |
| Place | At his home in Woodstock, United States. |
| Physical Statistics | |
| height (height) | Feet inches: 5′ 9″ . Centimeters: 177cm . Meters: 1.77 meters . |
| Weight | Kilograms: 68 kg . Pounds: 149 pounds . |
| eye color | Black. |
| Shoe Size (UK) | 8.5 |
| Hair color | White. |
| Family | |
| Fathers | Father : Name not available. Mom : Will update soon. |
| Brothers | Not known. |
| personal life relationship | |
| Marital status | Single. |
| Name of wife/spouse | 1.Janice Spinney. 2. Debra Jean Gilroy. |
| Kids | It will be updated soon. |
| Education | |
| Highest Rating | Graduate. |
| College | Action High School. |
| Career timeline | |
| Films | 1. The Muppet Movie (1979). 2. The Great Muppet Caper (1981). 3. The night of 100 stars II (1985). 4. Follow That Bird (1985). 5. Bound Home: The Incredible Journey (1993). 6. Elmo’s Adventures in Grouchland (1999). 7. Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian (2009). |
| TV shows | 1. The Judy and Goggle Show (1958-59). 2. Sesame Street (1969–2018). 3. Out for lunch (1974). 4. The Muppet Show (1979). 5. The Muppets: A Celebration of 30 Years (1986). 6. Learn Along with Sesame Street (1996–2001). 7. Among the lions (2001). 8. Little Boys, Big Challenges: Divorce (2012). 9. Supernatural (2015). |
| Awards | 1. Winner of four Daytime Emmy Awards. 2. Two Grammy Awards. 3. Lifetime Achievement Award from the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (33rd Daytime Emmy Awards, 2006). |
| Assets and Wealth | |
| Earnings and annual income | $300,000 US dollars. |
| Heritage (value) | $8 million US dollars. |
| I love to do | |
| Favorite Celebrities | Actor: Tom Cruise. Cartoonist: Jim Davis and Walt Disney. |
| hobbies | Cook and watch plays. |
| Favorite food | Chinese dishes. |
| dream travel spot | Moscow and Iceland. |
| Favorite color | Brown grey. |
Some Lesser Known Facts About Caroll Spinney
- In 2018, he officially announced his retirement from Oscar and the Grouch and Big Bird.
- His filmography list includes The Muppet Movie, The Great Muppet Carter, Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey, and Follow That Bird.
- His notable works of art include the painting Luna Bird and Mr. Hopper.
- The Hollywood Reporter revealed his estimated net worth of $8 million US dollars. Also, the earnings from him are $300K.
- He taped the 50 season of Big Bird and Oscar aired in 2019.
- Caroll gave her best chance as a granny on the show Big Bird.
- Also, she met Jim Henson in 1962 during the puppet festival.
- They both shared common interests and later collaborated for the job.
- How Tall : Caroll Spinney stands a decent 5 feet 9 inches tall (177 in cm). Furthermore, she has around 68 kilograms of body weight.
- He joined the Sesame Streets team in the inaugural season during 1969.
- In 1969, he received an invitation to the Puppeteers of America Film Festival, Utah.
- Caroll conducted orchestral events in the US, Boston, Canada, and the White House (USA) multiple times.
- He was honored with two Grammy Awards and four Daytime Emmy Awards.
- In 1994 he earned a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
- At the 33rd Daytime Emmy Awards, she earned a Lifetime Achievement Award from the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences.
- He was also named as The New Jewish Home’s 2016 Eighty Over Eighty Gala Honorees.