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Co-creator of cult-classic TV kids shows dies at 96
Co-creator of cult-classic TV kids shows dies at 96
Co-creator of cult-classic TV kids shows dies at 96

Published on: 04/13/2026

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Puppeteers Sid Krofft, left, and Marty Krofft stand next to H.R. Pufnstuf, one of their many creations, at an auction in Beverly Hills, Calif., on Aug. 23, 1998. (AP Photo/John Hayes, File) AP

NEW YORK — Sid Krofft, the Canadian-born entertainment wizard who teamed with his brother and fellow puppeteer Marty Krofft to create such cult favorites as children’s 1960s TV show “H.R. Pufnstuf,” has died at age 96.

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