David Rudman, born on June 1st, 1964, is a talented individual with a multifaceted career. As a puppeteer, voice actor, and producer, he has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry. His most notable work includes performing various characters on Sesame Street, including the iconic Baby Bear, which he originated.
Rudman has also taken on the role of Cookie Monster, a character previously portrayed by Frank Oz. Although Oz still occasionally records new material for the character, Rudman has been nominated for two Emmy Awards for his work. Additionally, Rudman has replaced Richard Hunt in the role of The Two Headed Monster.
Before his work on Sesame Street, Rudman was involved in various productions, including Rankin/Bass productions such as Rudolph's Shiny New Year. He is currently the executive producer of Jack's Big Music Show on Nick Jr. and performs the voice of Jack, the lead character. Rudman is also the executive producer, co-creator, and director of Bunnytown on Playhouse Disney.
Rudman's educational background includes attending Highland Park High School, where he graduated in 1981. He continued his education at the University of Connecticut in Storrs, CT. He resides in Highland Park with his wife and three children.
Rudman has been a speaker at various events, including the 2005 graduation ceremony for the Illinois Institute of Art—Chicago. He has also been a speaker at Highland Park High School's biennial Focus on the Arts program since 2003. In the future, Rudman will take on the roles of Scooter and Janice, previously held by Richard Hunt.
