Dave Goelz

About Dave Goelz

For decades, Gonzo, Fozzy Bear, Zoot, and Dr. Bunsen Honeydew of the Muppets were brought to life by puppeteers.

David Charles Goelz is an American puppeteer and builder, known for his work with the Muppets. As part of the cast of The Muppets, Goelz performed The Great Gonzo, as well as Dr Bunsen Honeydew, Waldorf, Zoot and Beauregard, from The Muppet Show. Goelz's puppet roles also include Fraggle Rock, The Dark Crystal, and Labyrinth. In addition to his puppet work, he is also the voice of Figment in Figment's Journey to the Imagination with Figment's Charisma to Epcot.

Children	2
Born	David Charles Goelz, July 16, 1946, Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Years active	1961–present
Occupation	Puppeteer, puppet builder

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Dave Goelz before fame

Before pursuing a career as a puppeteer, he worked for American Airlines and Hewlett Packard.

Achievement of Dave Goelz

For his work to The Muppet Show, he received a Primetime Emmy Award in 1978.

Salary 2020

Not known

Net Worth 2020

Undisclosed

Dave Goelz family life

He has been married to Debra Freeman for the most of his life.

Associations of Dave Goelz

In the 2011 family comedy The Muppets, he co-starred with Jason Segel.

Dave Goelz Height, Weight & Physique Measurements

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Height	177 cm
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Family Members

Name	Relationship	Net worth	Profession
Debra Freeman	Spouse		N/A