Biography

Jon Arthur Stone (April 13, 1931 – March 30, 1997) was an American writer, director, and producer who was best known as an original crewmember on the children's television show Sesame Street and is credited with helping to develop characters such as Cookie Monster, Oscar the Grouch and Big Bird. Stone won 18 television Emmy Awards. Many regard him as among the best children's television writers.

Known For

Jim Henson Idea Man

Self (archive footage)

Street Gang: How We Got to Sesame Street

Self (archive footage)

The World of Jim Henson

Self

I Am Big Bird: The Caroll Spinney Story

Self

Jim Henson's Memorial Service

Sing! Sesame Street Remembers Joe Raposo and His Music

Self – Host

Christmas Eve on Sesame Street

Santa Claus (voice) (uncredited)

Sesame Street- Do you know where Ernie lives?

Self