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Frank Oz (born Frank Richard Oznowicz; May 25, 1944) is an American puppeteer, filmmaker, and actor. He is best known for his involvement with Jim Henson and George Lucas through the Muppets , Sesame Street , and Star Wars , as well as his directorial work in feature films and theater.
Frank Oz is a versatile performer who has voiced and puppeteered iconic characters such as Yoda, Miss Piggy, and Cookie Monster. He has also directed several films, including The Dark Crystal and Little Shop of Horrors.
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Frank Oz is a puppeteer, director and actor who voiced and performed Yoda in Star Wars and many other Muppets. Learn about his life, career, family and trivia on IMDb.
- May 25, 1944
Learn about Frank Oz's life and career, from his early days with Jim Henson to his roles in Star Wars and more. Find out why he semi-retired from the Muppets and what he is doing now.
Oct 30, 2023 · Learn about Frank Oz's life and career, from his puppetry roots to his Star Wars legacy. Discover his creative process, his backstories for iconic characters, and his documentary Muppet Guys Talking.
Nov 22, 2022 · In part one of this interview, the legendary Frank Oz talks about the challenges of bringing the original Yoda puppet to life in Star Wars: The Empire Strike...
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Jan 28, 2021 · The director and puppeteer reflects on his six decades of work, from Muppets to Star Wars to his acclaimed collaboration with magician Derek DelGaudio. He also shares his thoughts on the Disney-era Muppets and the viral sensation of Baby Yoda.
