Frank Oz
Puppeteer

Frank Oz Net Worth

Frank Oz is a renowned puppeteer and voice actor born on May 25, 1944 in Hereford, England. He is best known for his work with Jim Henson, voicing and puppeteering iconic characters such as Yoda, Cookie Monster, and Miss Piggy. He co-directed The Dark Crystal with Henson and went on to direct The Muppets Take Manhattan and Little Shop of Horrors. In 2005, he voiced the robot in the film Zathura.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day May 25, 1944
Birth Place Hereford, England
Age 79 YEARS OLD
Birth Sign Gemini

💰 Net worth: $30 million (2024)

Frank Oz, widely recognized as a skilled puppeteer, is projected to have a net worth of around $30 million by 2024. With his incredible talent and contributions to the world of puppetry, it comes as no surprise that his financial success has grown over the years. Originally hailing from England, Frank Oz has showcased his exceptional puppeteering skills in numerous renowned projects, captivating audiences around the globe. Through his creativity and dedication, Oz has not only left a lasting impact on the entertainment industry but also secured his place as a successful artist and businessman.

About

Puppeteer and voice actor behind iconic characters such as Yoda, Cookie Monster, and Miss Piggy. He co-directed The Dark Crystal with Jim Henson, then went on to direct the films The Muppets Take Manhattan and Little Shop of Horrors. In 2005, he voiced the robot in the film Zathura.

Before Fame

He was mentored by the acclaimed Puppeteer Lettie Connell Schubert and he was inspired to become a filmmaker after seeing the Orson Welles classic Touch of Evil.

Trivia

He made acting appearances in a number of films directed by John Landis, including The Blues Brothers, An American Warewolf in London and Trading Places.

Family Life

He married Robin Oz on December 12, 1979, and together they had four children. He married Victoria Labalme in 2011.

Associated With

He directed the 1988 comedy Dirty Rotten Scoundrels with Michael Caine and Steve Martin.

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