

Jim Henson's Memorial Service
“A celebration of Jim Henson's life in songs and remembrances.”
Overview
Following Jim Henson's passing on May 16th 1990, two public memorial services were held. The first (featured here) was held in New York at Cathedral of St. John the Divine on May 21, 1990. The second service was held in London at St. Paul's Cathedral on July 2nd 1990.
Top Cast

Richard Hunt

Jerry Juhl

Jerry Nelson

Louise Gold
Allelu Kurten
Duncan Kenworthy

Harry Belafonte

Frank Oz

Jon Stone

Caroll Spinney

Bernie Brillstein

Michael K. Frith
Key Film Crew
Production Stats
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