Danny Seagren, first live-action Spider-Man, passes away

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Periodista egresada de la Universidad Autónoma de Santo Domingo (UASD). Le gusta escribir sobre política e historias humanas que puedan transformar vidas. Actualmente cursa un master...
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Danny Seagren, actor, puppeteer, and dancer, died on November 10, 2025, at the age of 81, according to his family. eCartelera+2culturaocio.com+2

Seagren was the first actor to bring the emblematic superhero Spider-Man to the screen in live action, in the children’s series The Electric Company during the seventies, participating in the “Spidey Super Stories” segments. deia.eus+2TV Insider+2

In addition, he had an outstanding career as a puppeteer and collaborator with Jim Henson’s team, participating in children’s programs such as Sesame Street — even sometimes bringing the character Big Bird to life — and working on other educational and entertainment projects. Yahoo News+2Hobby Consoles+2

Although the cause of his death was not disclosed, his family announced that they will organize a tribute to celebrate his life and legacy.

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Periodista egresada de la Universidad Autónoma de Santo Domingo (UASD). Le gusta escribir sobre política e historias humanas que puedan transformar vidas. Actualmente cursa un master en Comunicación Política y Marketing Digital.