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H.R. Pufnstuf Creator Sid Krofft Dies at 98
13 Apr
Summary
- Sid Krofft, creator of H.R. Pufnstuf, died recently of natural causes.
- He and his brother Marty produced iconic children's shows like Land of the Lost.
- Krofft received a Lifetime Achievement Emmy and a Hollywood Walk of Fame star.
Sid Krofft, a celebrated puppeteer and television producer, passed away at 98 due to natural causes on April 10, 2026. He was known for co-creating the vibrant, psychedelic children's series H.R. Pufnstuf in 1969 with his brother Marty Krofft.
The Krofft brothers, who began their careers in vaudeville and circus puppetry, went on to produce a string of popular shows in the 1970s. These included The Bugaloos, Lidsville, Sigmund and the Sea Monsters, and the adventure series Land of the Lost.
Their innovative puppeteering was also featured on various variety shows, contributing to their significant impact on children's programming. The Kroffts were recognized with a joint star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and a Lifetime Achievement award from the Daytime Emmys.
Sid Krofft's final public appearance was in November 2025 in his home state of Rhode Island. His brother, Marty Krofft, passed away in 2023.
