Description: (American Puppeteer)
Bil Baird was a well-known American puppeteer in the mid- to late 20th century. He was acclaimed for his puppetry performances that captivated audiences of all ages. Among his memorable creations was Charlemane the lion. Baird's influence also reached the film industry, where he collaborated with his wife on renowned puppet sequences, such as "The Lonely Goatherd" in The Sound of Music. He wrote The Art of the Puppet and contributed his puppetry skills to various projects, including Dark Shadows and a musical version of Pinocchio.