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Dave Goelz

Dave Goelz
Goelz in May 2018
Born
David Charles Goelz

(1946-07-16) July 16, 1946 (age 78)
Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Occupations
  • Puppeteer
  • puppet builder
  • actor
Years active
  • 1961
  • 1973–present
Spouse
Debra Goelz
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(m. 1992)​
Children2

David Charles Goelz (/ˈɡoʊlz/; born July 16, 1946) is an American puppeteer and voice actor known for his work with the Muppets. He is best known for performing the characters Gonzo the Great, Dr. Bunsen Honeydew, Zoot, and Beauregard. Goelz joined Jim Henson's Muppet team in 1973 and has been a key performer in many Muppet productions, including The Muppet Show, Fraggle Rock, and various movies and television specials.

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