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Caroll Spinney, Who Played Big Bird And Oscar On 'Sesame Street,' Dies At 85

Laurel Wamsley

The actor and puppeteer performed on the popular TV show from its very first episode in 1969 until his retirement last year.
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After 50 Years On 'Sesame Street,' The Voice Of Big Bird And Oscar Is Retiring

Laurel Wamsley

Caroll Spinney, 84, has performed the roles since the show's very first episode. "I will always be Big Bird," he said. "And even Oscar, once in a while!"