Person · Also in films · Active since 1978
Steve Whitmire
b. 1959, Atlanta
American puppeteer, born in Atlanta. Appeared in six films on this site, including Labyrinth (1986), The Dark Crystal (1982) and Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium (2007).
Beginning his involvement with the Muppets in 1978, Whitmire originated the roles of Rizzo the Rat, Lips, Wembley Fraggle, and Bean Bunny.
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Since then, Whitmire performed in almost every major Henson company project, including non-Muppet projects such as films The Dark Crystal (1982) and Labyrinth (1986), and television series Dinosaurs.
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Regulars
Films in this guide
1980s
- The Dark Crystal (1982)actor
- Labyrinth (1986)actor