Matt Vogel Biography: Wife, Age, Parents, Height, Net Worth, Movies & TV Shows, Kids

Matthew James Vogel, professionally known as Matt Vogel, is an American puppeteer, director, and voice actor.

He is widely recognized for his iconic work with The Jim Henson Company and Sesame Workshop, notably taking over the historic performances of legendary Muppet characters including Big Bird, Kermit the Frog, and Count von Count.

Matt Vogel
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Real Name:	Matthew James Vogel
Stage Name:	Matt Vogel
Born:	6 October 1970 (age 55 years old)
Place of Birth:	Kansas City, Kansas, United States
Nationality:	American
Ethnicity:	Caucasian
Height:	1.78m
Religion:	Christianity
Parents:	Mr. and Mrs. Vogel
Spouse:	Kelly Vogel (m. 1997)
Relationship:	Married
Children:	Jack Vogel
Occupation:	Puppeteer, Director, Actor
Net Worth:	$2 million

Early Life and Education

Matt Vogel was born on 6 October 1970 in Kansas City, Kansas, raised by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Vogel, alongside siblings whose personal records remain undisclosed to the public.

Developing an early passion for puppetry and performance arts in his youth, he completed his secondary education at Turner High School before earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Theatre from the Conservatory of Theatre Arts at Webster University. With a Caucasian heritage, he practices the Christian faith.

Career

Matt Vogel embarked on his performing career during the mid-1990s, gaining early stage experience as an intern at the Mesner Puppet Theater before securing a pivotal role with The Jim Henson Company in 1996.

Entering the television industry through Sesame Street, he initially worked as an ensemble puppeteer and understudy to legendary performer Caroll Spinney. His dedication to mastering physical movement and vocal voice matching allowed him to gradually take on larger duties across children’s educational television and Jim Henson productions.

Matt Vogel achieved monumental industry distinction when he inherited iconic, landmark Muppet roles, officially becoming the full-time performer for Count von Count following Jerry Nelson‘s passing and taking over Kermit the Frog in 2017.

He further solidified his legacy by stepping into the role of Big Bird full-time upon Spinney‘s retirement, while simultaneously serving as a primary puppet captain and television director for Sesame Street. His exceptional craftsmanship, directorial contributions, and stewardship of globally cherished characters cement his standing as one of contemporary entertainment’s premier puppeteers.

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Personal Life

Matt Vogel is 55 years old and stands at a height of 1.78m. He has been happily married to his wife, Kelly Vogel, since tying the knot in 1997, building a lasting partnership that spans nearly three decades.

Together, the couple resides in Connecticut and shares five children, including their publicly named son, Jack Vogel. Outside of his demanding production schedules with the Muppets, he enjoys music, local theatrical mentorship, family lifestyle activities, and championing arts education programs for youth.

Net Worth

Matt Vogel commands an estimated net worth of $2 million USD. The majority of his wealth originates from his decades-long tenure as a lead puppeteer, voice artist, and director for major media franchises under Sesame Workshop and Disney’s Muppets Studio.

Filmography

• The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland (1999)
• The Producers (2005)
• A Muppets Christmas: Letters to Santa (2008)
• The Muppets (2011)
• Scooby-Doo! Adventures: The Mystery Map (2013)
• Muppets Most Wanted (2014)
• Alice Through the Looking Glass (2016)

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