Kathryn "Kathy" Mullen is a multifaceted artist, renowned for her work as an actress, voice actress, and puppeteer, with a significant association with the renowned Jim Henson projects.
Her illustrious career began with her debut performance on The Muppet Show during its third season, where she primarily portrayed the charming character of Gaffer the Backstage Cat. Additionally, she took on the role of voice director for the animated series Dog City, produced by Nelvana, and worked as a designer for the iconic film The Muppet Movie.
Mullen's impressive resume also includes serving as a performing assistant for the iconic character Yoda in The Empire Strikes Back, and co-creating the popular children's television program Between the Lions. Furthermore, she brought the lovable Fraggle character Mokey to life, showcasing her versatility and creativity in her craft.
Throughout her career, Mullen has reprised her role as Gaffer the Backstage Cat in several Muppet movies, while also lending her voice to the character of Kira in the movie The Dark Crystal, Allegra in "Allegra's Window", and Leona the Lion in "Between the Lions".
In a testament to her dedication to using her talents for the greater good, Kathy Mullen, along with her husband, former Muppet designer Michael K. Frith, has collaborated with the British charity "No Strings" to create a film for children in Afghanistan, aimed at raising awareness about the dangers of land mines.
The film, titled "The Story of the Little Carpet Boy", tells the poignant story of a puppet who loses several limbs before learning to avoid land mines altogether. Mullen and Frith drew inspiration for this project from Johnie McGlade, an emergency aid worker who used a scruffy rabbit puppet to bring joy to those affected by natural disasters, hunger, or genocide.
Kathryn Mullen's remarkable career is a testament to her boundless creativity, versatility, and commitment to using her talents to make a positive impact on the world.
