Caroll Spinney, The Original Big Bird Of 'Sesame Street,' Has Died

Caroll Spinney, known for his roles as Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch on Sesame Street, passed away at 85 in Connecticut. He had a neurological disorder called dystonia. Spinney was a part of Sesame Street for 50 years, contributing to thousands of episodes. He retired in 2018 due to physical constraints. Spinney is survived by his family.

What was the age of Caroll Spinney at the time of his passing?

• 75

• 90

• 80

• 85

Which neurological disorder did Caroll Spinney live with?

• Epilepsy

• Alzheimer's

• Estonia

• Parkinson's

For how many years was Caroll Spinney a part of Sesame Street?

• 60 years

• 50 years

• 40 years

• 30 years

Why did Caroll Spinney stop puppeteering Big Bird in 2015?

• Moved to another show

• Contract ended

• Physical constraints

• Lack of interest

In what year did Caroll Spinney announce his retirement?

• 2018

• 2015

• 2016

• 2017