Michael McCormick Puppet Master Legacy

Legendary puppeteer Michael McCormick, the mastermind behind iconic characters in Return of the Jedi and Labyrinth, passed away at 85 in his Albuquerque studio. Known for his beloved Punch and Judy shows performed worldwide—even on film sets—McCormick found joy in every creative step, from sketching to sculpting. His son Sean shared how fans deeply connected with his work, often moved to tears at conventions. The family invites all who knew him or were inspired by his magic to an open house at his studio on September 13th, honoring a life that brought wonder to millions through puppetry. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/209fbea86a39c081