Biography
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. David Rudman (born June 1st 1964) is a puppeteer, voice actor and producer, best known as a performer of many Sesame Street Muppet characters. He originated the role of Baby Bear, and has been nominated for two Emmy Awards for his work replacing Frank Oz in the role of Cookie Monster. However, Oz still comes in to record new material with Cookie Monster occasionally. Rudman also took over as Richard Hunt's half of "The Two Headed Monster" after his death. His first production was Rankin/Bass productions such as Rudolph's Shiny New Year. He is currently the executive producer of Jack's Big Music Show on cable TV's Nick Jr. channel, and performs the voice of Jack, the lead character. He is also the executive producer, co-creator, and director of Bunnytown on cable TV's Playhouse Disney. Rudman was the speaker at the 2005 graduation ceremony for the Illinois Institute of Art—Chicago. He attended Highland Park High School and graduated in 1981. He has been a speaker at the school's biennial Focus on the Arts program since 2003. He attended college at the University of Connecticut in Storrs, CT. He continues to reside in Highland Park with his wife and three children. He will also take over two roles once held by Richard Hunt: Scooter and Janice. Description above from the Wikipedia article David Rudman, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia
Acted in 107
2020s
- 2026
- 2025
- 2024
- 2023
Elmo's Mindfulness Spectacular
Cookie Monster
- 2022
Jerry Nelson: A Celebratory Birthday Animatic
Baby Bear (voice)
- 2021
Donkey Hodie
Bob Dog / Grampy Hodie (voice) · 40 episodes
- 2020
The Disney Family Singalong - Volume II
The Muppets Puppeteer
Sesame Street: Elmo's Playdate
Cookie Monster (voice)
2010s
- 2019
- 2018
- 2017
- 2016
Once Upon a Sesame Street Christmas
Cookie Monster / Two-Headed Monster (voice)
- 2015
Keep Christmas With You
Cookie Monster
- 2014
- 2013
Michael Bublé’s 3rd Annual Christmas Special
Cookie Monster
Lady Gaga & the Muppets Holiday Spectacular
Scooter, Janice (voice)
- 2012
The Muppets All-Star Comedy Gala
Scooter (voice)
Sesame Street: Singing with the Stars
Movie
- 2011
Sesame Street: Wild Words and Outdoor Adventures
Movie
- 2010
Sesame Street: The Best Pet in the World
Baby Bear, Cookie Monster
2000s
- 2009
Sesame Street: Elmo and Friends: The Letter Quest and Other Magical Tales
Movie
Sesame Street: Bedtime with Elmo
Martian / Baby Bear / Humphrey (voice)
Sesame Street: Being Green
Cookie Monster (voice)
- 2008
Sesame Street: Abby in Wonderland
Cookie Monster as the Cheshire Cookie Cat (voice)
Studio DC: Almost Live
Scooter / Janice / Camilla (voice) · 2 episodes
The Muppets - Studio DC - Almost Live
Scooter / Janice (voice)
Sesame Street: Elmo's World: Opposites
Movie
Sesame Street: Love the Earth!
Baby Bear
Sesame Street: Play with Me Sesame: Let's Play Games
Movie
- 2007
- 2006
A Sesame Street Christmas Carol
Additional Muppet Performer (voice) (archive footage)
Sesame Street: Elmo's Potty Time
Baby Bear (voice)
- 2005
Sesame Street: Elmo's World: Food, Water & Exercise!
Movie
- 2004
Sesame Street: A Celebration of Me, Grover
Cookie Monster (voice)
Sesame Street: Elmo's World: The Street We Live On!
Baby Bear / Cookie Monster / Two-Headed Monster / Sheep (voice)
Sesame Street: What's the Name of That Song?
Cookie Monster
Sesame Street: Cookie Monster's Best Bites
Cookie's Friend (voice)
- 2003
Sesame Street: Three Bears and a New Baby
Baby Bear (voice)
Elmo's World: Family Feature (Starring Elmo and Friends!)
Baby Bear
Sesame Street: Elmo's World: Head to Toe with Elmo!
Movie
Sesame Street: Let's Eat! Funny Food Songs
Milk (voice) / Cereal Girl (puppeteer)
- 2002
Sesame Street: Elmo's World: Happy Holidays!
Movie
Sesame Street: Elmo Visits the Firehouse
Baby Bear / Hero Guy (voice)
Sesame Street: Bert & Ernie's Word Play
Cookie Monster (voice)
Sesame Street: Elmo's World: Wake Up with Elmo!
Hardart / Cookie Monster
- 2001
Sesame Street: Elmo's World: Wild Wild West!
Baby Bear
Sesame Street: Kids' Favorite Songs 2
Baby Bear / Lavender Anything Muppet Boy / Hero Guy {Hero Guy Segment) (voice)
Sesame Street: Elmo's Musical Adventure: The Story of Peter and the Wolf
Baby Bear / Two-Headed Monster (voice)
- 2000
Sesame Street: Elmo's World: Singing, Drawing & More!
Baby Bear
1990s
- 1999
CinderElmo
Baby Bear (voice)
- 1998
Sesame Street: Elmopalooza!
Baby Bear / Two-Headed Monster (2) / Sparky / Penguin (voice)
Sesame Street: The Alphabet Jungle Game
Letter U (voice)
- 1997
Sesame Street: Fiesta!
"Numero Comparsa" Singer / Baby Bear / Mariachi Band Player (voice)
Sesame Street: Elmo Says BOO!
Baby Bear / Davey Monkey
Sesame Street: Quiet Time
Top Ten Quiet Time Ideas Announcer (voice)
Sesame Street: Sing Yourself Sillier at the Movies
Humphrey (voice) (archive footage)
Sesame Street: Kids' Guide to Life: Telling the Truth
Official #2
- 1996
Sesame Street: Elmo Saves Christmas
Baby Bear / Humphrey (voice)
Aliens in the Family
Bobut (body, voice) · 8 episodes
Sesame Street: Do the Alphabet
Baby Bear (voice)
Sesame Street: Elmocize
Twisted Sister (voice)
- 1995
Mr. Willowby's Christmas Tree
Ned Mouse (voice)
- 1994
Muppet Sing Alongs: It's Not Easy Being Green
Frog / Farmer Lear (voice) (archive footage)
- 1993
Sesame Street Stays Up Late!
Baby Bear/MNN Logo Orange Monster(voice)
Muppet Sing Alongs: Billy Bunny's Animal Songs
Movie
- 1992
- 1991
Sesame Street: Sing, Hoot & Howl with the Sesame Street Animals
Chicago the Lion / Duck (voice)
- 1990
The Muppets Celebrate Jim Henson
Additional Muppet Performer
Jim Henson's Memorial Service
Movie
The Muppets at Walt Disney World
Frog (voice)
Sesame Street: Sing Yourself Silly!
(archive footage) (voice)
Sesame Street: Monster Hits!
Herry's Granny (voice) / Herry's Mother (voice)
1980s
- 1989
- 1988
Sesame Street: Put Down the Duckie
Muppet Performer
Jim Henson: Sing-Along, Dance-Along, Do-Along
Farmer Lear (voice)
Hey, You're as Funny as Fozzie Bear
Movie
- 1987
A Muppet Family Christmas
Miss Piggy's Photographer (voice)
- 1986
The Tale of the Bunny Picnic
Snort / Snail (voice)
- 1984
No release date
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grogu · 1 episode
Created 3
Directed 1
2010s
- 2013
Scooby-Doo! Adventures: The Mystery Map
Director
Appearances3
2020s
- 2024
1990s
- 1994
The World of Jim Henson
Self (archive footage)
1980s
- 1989
Sesame Street: 20 Years & Still Counting! 1969-1989
Self – Additional Muppet Performer