Eric Jacobson, 1971
Actors · January 15, 1971
Eric Jacobson
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Eric Jacobson is 55 years old, born January 15, 1971 in United States · Capricorn.
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About
Eric Jacobson brought the Muppets to life as the puppeteer behind Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear, and Animal, among dozens of other iconic characters. Born January 15, 1971, in the US, Jacobson also voiced Sesame Street stalwarts like Oscar the Grouch and Bert. A Capricorn known for meticulous craft, he became the backbone of Jim Henson's legacy.
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Biography
Eric Jacobson is an American puppeteer born January 15, 1971. He is best known for performing Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear, Animal, and Sam Eagle in the Muppets universe, as well as Sesame Street characters including Bert, Grover, Oscar the Grouch, Guy Smiley, and the left head of the Two-Headed Monster. Jacobson's career centers on character performance and vocal work across multiple generations of beloved puppet-driven television and film. As a Capricorn, he embodies the sign's reputation for discipline and long-term commitment—qualities essential to mastering the technical and emotional demands of puppetry. His life-path number 7 aligns with introspection and mastery of craft, reflecting his deep dedication to character development and ensemble work within the Henson universe.
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Trivia
- Jacobson performs both Miss Piggy's karate-chop catchphrase and Fozzie Bear's signature 'wokka wokka' laugh, two of the most recognizable Muppet moments in television history.
- He voices characters across two major puppet franchises—the Muppets and Sesame Street—a rare dual mastery in the puppetry world.
- The Two-Headed Monster role required Jacobson to control only one head, meaning a separate puppeteer operated the other side of the same character.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
The Seeker
Analytical and private. Eric Jacobson release rarely but deeply, and tend to reward fans with unusual artistic depth rather than constant output.
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Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
- Isa BrionesRabbit · 1999
- Brian GutiérrezGoat · 2003
- RockyRabbit · 1999
- Pop SmokeRabbit · 1999
- Rob KardashianRabbit · 1987
CHALLENGING
- PinkPantheressSnake · 2001
- Taylor Swift
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Frequently asked
- How old is Eric Jacobson?
- Eric Jacobson is 55 years old (born January 15, 1971).
- When is Eric Jacobson's birthday?
- Eric Jacobson was born on January 15, 1971.
- What is Eric Jacobson's zodiac sign?
- Eric Jacobson is a Capricorn, born January 15, 1971.
- What is Eric Jacobson's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Eric Jacobson was born in 1971, the year of the Metal Pig.
- Where is Eric Jacobson from?
- Eric Jacobson is from United States.
- What does Eric Jacobson do?
- Eric Jacobson is a actor.
- Is Eric Jacobson still alive?
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