Jon Stone

For the singer-songwriter and producer, see American Young. For the British poet, see Jon Stone (poet). For the New Hampshire politician, see Jonathan Stone (New Hampshire politician). For people named Jonathan Stone, see Jonathan Stone (disambiguation).
Not to be confused with John Stones.
Jon Stone
Born
Jon Arthur Stone

(1931-04-13)April 13, 1931
New Haven, Connecticut, U.S.
DiedMarch 30, 1997(1997-03-30) (aged 65)[1]
New York City
EducationWilliams College (BA)
Yale University (MFA)
Occupation(s)Screenwriter, director, producer
Spouse
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(m. 1964; div. 1974)​
Children2

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.[2] Many regard him as among the best children's television writers.[1]

  1. ^ a b Lawrence Van Gelder (1 April 1997). "Jon Stone, Who Helped Create 'Sesame Street,' Is Dead at 64". The New York Times. p. B 10. Retrieved 21 August 2020.
  2. ^ Obituary: Jon Stone, Helmore, Edward, The Independent. April 22, 1997.