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Spider-Man's Silent Star from 'Electric Company' Dies at 81
27 Nov
Summary
- Danny Seagren brought Spider-Man to life silently on 'The Electric Company'.
- He also performed as Big Bird on 'Sesame Street' and created other puppets.
- Seagren was a Jim Henson-trained puppeteer who passed away at age 81.
Danny Seagren, a Jim Henson-trained puppeteer renowned for his role as the silent, pantomimed Spider-Man on the children's show 'The Electric Company,' passed away at the age of 81. His family announced his death, noting his residence in Little River, South Carolina.
Seagren's versatile talent extended beyond his iconic web-slinging portrayal. He also donned the Big Bird costume for several episodes of 'Sesame Street' and made appearances as the beloved character on 'The Ed Sullivan Show.' Furthermore, he created and operated puppets for other children's programs, including 'Captain Kangaroo' and 'Miss Peach of the Kelly School,' earning a Daytime Emmy for the latter.
His memorable performance as Spider-Man in "Spidey Super Stories" segments encouraged young viewers to read through on-screen thought bubbles, making him a cherished figure. Seagren's career began with Jim Henson in 1974, leading to his audition for 'The Electric Company,' where he impressed producers with his dynamic physicality. His work also included a Marvel comic book adaptation of his segments.
