Ever wondered who brought Elmo to life? Kevin Jeffrey Clash, born on September 17, 1960, is the name behind the iconic red Muppet, and so much more. His journey from a young puppetry enthusiast to a celebrated director and producer is a story worth exploring.

Clashs story is one of passion meeting opportunity. Even in his early years, his fascination with puppetry was evident, leading him to perform on local children's television shows in Baltimore, Maryland. This early exposure was more than just a hobby; it was the foundation upon which he built his career. Little did he know that these initial performances would pave the way for him to become the voice and soul of one of the most beloved characters on television.

Kevin Jeffrey Clash: Biographical and Professional Information
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Full Name	Kevin Jeffrey Clash
Date of Birth	September 17, 1960
Place of Birth	Baltimore, Maryland, USA
Nationality	American
Height	6' (1.83 m)
Marital Status	Previously married to Genia Loving
Career Information	Details
Occupation	Puppeteer, Director, Producer, Voice Actor
Years Active	1980s Present
Known For	Puppeteering Elmo on Sesame Street (1984-2012)
Notable Characters	Elmo, Clifford, Hoots the Owl, Baby Sinclair, Benny Rabbit, Natasha, Splinter
Other Puppetry Work	Labyrinth, Dinosaurs, Oobi, Various Muppet Productions, Captain Kangaroo
Sesame Street Roles	Muppet Captain, Co-Executive Producer, Senior Creative Advisor (May 2007)
Autobiography	My Life as a Furry Red Monster (Released Fall 2006)
Additional Roles	Randy and various incidental characters on Oobi
Reference Link	Kevin Clash Wikipedia Page

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