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entertainment1 month ago•33 min saved

Maureen McCormick Honors Sid Krofft, Puppetry Pioneer Behind Brady Bunch Era

Maureen McCormick paid tribute on Instagram to Sid Krofft, the puppeteer and co-creator of The Brady Bunch Variety Hour, who died at 89 from natural causes, reportedly peacefully in his sleep at the home of friend Kelly Killian. Krofft, who with brother Marty Krofft created H.R. Pufnstuf and Land of the Lost and produced The Brady Bunch Variety Hour, was remembered by fans and co-stars, including McCormick at Krofft’s Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony in 2020; Marty Krofft died in 2023.

via Yahoo|

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obituary1 month ago•24 min saved

Puppetry Visionary Sid Krofft, Creator of H.R. Pufnstuf, Dies at 96

Sid Krofft, the puppeteer and co-creator of Krofft-era kids’ shows such as H.R. Pufnstuf and Land of the Lost, died in Los Angeles at 96, leaving a lasting legacy of colorful, imaginative television created with his brother Marty Krofft.

via Variety|

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obituaries1 month ago•21 min saved

Puppetry Visionary Sid Krofft, Creator of Pufnstuf and More, Dies at 96

Sid Krofft, who with his brother Marty created a string of psychedelic 1970s kids’ TV classics such as H.R. Pufnstuf, Land of the Lost, The Bugaloos and Lidsville, died at age 96 of natural causes. A lifelong innovator in puppetry and live‑action fantasy, he helped shape children’s television and earned a Daytime Emmy Lifetime Achievement Award and a Hollywood Walk of Fame star. Krofft remained active late in life, launching projects with partner Kelly Killian and planning books about his life and work.

via Deadline|

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entertainment1 month ago•20 min saved

Puppeteering Visionary Sid Krofft Dies at 96, Leaving a Psychedelic TV Legacy

Sid Krofft, the inventive puppeteer who built a psychedelic kids’ TV empire with his brother Marty (creating shows like The Banana Splits Adventure Hour, H.R. Pufnstuf, Lidsville and Land of the Lost) and opening The World of Sid & Marty Krofft, died in Los Angeles at 96; Marty Krofft died in 2023, leaving a lasting legacy in puppetry and television.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

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entertainment2 years ago•5 min saved

Marty Krofft, Co-Creator of Iconic TV Shows, Dies at 86

Marty Krofft, co-creator of popular television shows like "H.R. Pufnstuf" and "Land of the Lost," has passed away at the age of 86. Alongside his brother Sid, the Kroffts produced a range of imaginative and fantastical children's programs, as well as variety shows like "Donny and Marie." Marty's business acumen and ability to win over studio executives played a crucial role in bringing their unique and often expensive productions to life. Despite their psychedelic sets and trippy feel, the Kroffts maintained that drug references were never their intention. Their shows, which featured extravagant puppets and scenery, became beloved classics and continue to resonate with nostalgic viewers today.

via The New York Times|

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entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

TV Pioneer Marty Krofft, Co-Creator of 'Land of the Lost' and 'H.R. Pufnstuf,' Dies at 86

Marty Krofft, co-creator of iconic children's shows like H.R. Pufnstuf and Land of the Lost, has passed away at the age of 86 due to kidney failure. Alongside his brother Sid, the Krofft brothers revolutionized children's television with their imaginative and trippy productions. They also ventured into adult programming and created a theme park. Marty's brother Sid paid tribute to him, expressing gratitude to their fans for their support throughout the years.

via The Daily Beast|

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entertainment2 years ago•5 min saved

Marty Krofft, Legendary Kids TV Producer, Passes Away at 86

Marty Krofft, the co-creator of iconic children's TV shows such as "The Banana Splits Adventure Hour" and "H.R. Pufnstuf," has passed away at the age of 86. Alongside his brother Sid, Marty built an entertainment empire with their imaginative and psychedelic shows that captivated audiences in the 1960s and 1970s. Their unique style and colorful sets left a lasting impact on popular culture, and their shows continue to be beloved in reruns. Marty Krofft's creativity and business acumen made him a legend in the industry, and his legacy will live on in the world of children's entertainment.

via Hollywood Reporter|

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