David Rudman
David Rudman is an American puppeteer and actor known for his work with The Jim Henson Company. He is best recognized for voicing characters such as Baby Bear and Cookie Monster. With a career spanning several decades, he has built a reputation for his engaging... Read More
Known for
The Muppet Christmas Carol (1992)
A retelling of the classic Dickens tale of Ebenezer Scrooge, miser extraordinaire. He is held accountable for his dastardly ways during night-time visitations by...
The Muppets (2015)
The Muppets return to primetime with a contemporary, documentary-style show. For the first time ever, a series will explore the Muppets’ personal lives and...
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2003)
When four pet turtles were bathed in alien ooze, they began to mutate and became the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Raised in New York...
Personal details
Credits
| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 |
The Muppet ShowMusic, comedy, and a whole lot of chaos is bound to ensue when The Muppets once again take the stage... |
Scooter / Janice / Beaker (voice) | |
| 2025 |
Elmo and Mark Rober's Merry GiftmasElmo and his Sesame Street friends work with former NASA engineer turned YouTube star Mark Rober to make special presents... |
Cookie Monster (voice) | |
| 2024 |
Cookie Monster's Bake Sale: Back to SchoolCookie Monster and celebrity host Yvette Nicole Brown help teams decorate and sell treats to raise money for their local... |
Cookie Monster | |
| 2024 |
Jim Henson Idea ManFeaturing unprecedented access to Jim Henson's personal archives, filmmaker Ron Howard brings us a fascinating and insightful look at a... |
Self (archive footage) | |
| 2024 |
Bluey Book ReadsBluey Book Reads offers fans a new way to experience their favourite Bluey storybooks, combining off-screen narration from global talent... |
Cookie Monster (voice) | |
| 2023 |
The Muppets MayhemThe Electric Mayhem Band goes on an epic musical journey to finally record their first studio album. With the help... |
Janice (voice) | |
| 2023 |
Elmo's Mindfulness SpectacularElmo's Mindfulness Spectacular! is a 43-minute Sesame Street special posted exclusively to YouTube on May 3, 2023. The special was... |
Cookie Monster | |
| 2022 |
Sesame Street: The NutcrackerFeaturing new music inspired by holiday classic The Nutcracker, this animated special follows Elmo’s fantastical adventure through magical lands to... |
Cookie Monster (voice) | |
| 2022 |
Jerry Nelson: A Celebratory Birthday Animatic'Today (July 10) is Jerry Nelson's birthday! To celebrate, artist Zach Kenny has taken an incredible audio tape from 1999... |
Baby Bear (voice) | |
| 2022 |
Mecha BuildersRobot heroes in training Elmo, Cookie Monster, and Abby Cadabby use their STEM superpowers to solve wacky larger-than-life problems. |
Mecha Cookie Monster (voice) | |
| 2021 |
Sesame Street: See Us Coming TogetherIt's "Neighbor Day" on Sesame Street and everyone has something special to share! Created for families to watch together, See... |
Cookie Monster | |
| 2021 |
Dear EarthAn epic global celebration of our planet and what we need to do to reverse climate change. Sprinkled with musical... |
Janice (voice) | |
| 2021 |
Muppets Haunted MansionGonzo is challenged to spend one night in The Haunted Mansion on Halloween night. |
Scooter / Janice / Beaker / Wayne / Squid Ghost | |
| 2021 |
Furry Friends Forever: Elmo Gets a PuppyAn upcoming animated Sesame Street special premiering on HBO Max on August 5, 2021. The special serves as an introduction... |
Cookie Monster (voice) | |
| 2021 |
Donkey HodieDonkey Hodie is an American puppet live-action musical children's television series created by David and Adam Rudman for PBS Kids,... |
Bob Dog / Grampy Hodie (voice) | |
| 2020 |
The Monster at the End of This StoryThe Monster at the End of This Story is Sesame Street special on HBO Max. |
Cookie Monster (voice) | |
| 2020 |
Muppets NowScooter rushes to make his delivery deadlines and upload the brand-new Muppets series for streaming. They are due now, and... |
Scooter (voice) | |
| 2020 |
The Not-Too-Late Show with ElmoElmo is the host of his very own talk show and he's going to bring you some (not-too-late) fun with... |
Cookie Monster | |
| 2020 |
The Disney Family Singalong - Volume IIRyan Seacrest hosts the second Disney Family Singalong featuring celebrities and their families as they take on their favorite Disney... |
The Muppets Puppeteer | |
| 2020 |
Sesame Street: Elmo's PlaydatePart of Sesame Workshop's "Caring for Each Other" Initiative, Sesame Street: Elmo's Playdate offers families a moment of joy and... |
Cookie Monster (voice) | |
| 2019 |
Sesame Street's 50th Anniversary CelebrationC is for Celebrate! Join host Joseph Gordon-Levitt and the residents of Sesame Street - human and monsters alike -... |
Baby Bear / Cookie Monster / Letter Y / Sully / ... (voice) | |
| 2018 |
When You Wish Upon a Pickle: A Sesame Street SpecialIn When You Wish Upon a Pickle, a mysterious wish machine appears on Sesame Street and the magical pickle inside... |
Cookie Monster | |
| 2018 |
The Muppets Take The O2The Muppets Take the O2 is a live stage show starring the Muppets performed at the O2 Arena in London... |
Scooter / Janice / Beaker / Himself (voice) | |
| 2017 |
Sesame Street: The Magical Wand ChaseA playful bird snatches Abby's magic wand during a hot-air balloon ride leaving Elmo, Abby and friends on a colorful... |
Cookie Monster | |
| 2016 |
Once Upon a Sesame Street ChristmasThis holiday special goes back in time to show how Elmo's ancestors--not to mention those of Grover, Big Bird, Bert,... |
Cookie Monster / Two-Headed Monster (voice) | |
| 2015 |
Keep Christmas With YouThe Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square join the Muppets® from Sesame Street® and guest vocalist Santino Fontana... |
Cookie Monster | |
| 2015 |
The MuppetsThe Muppets return to primetime with a contemporary, documentary-style show. For the first time ever, a series will explore the... |
Janice / Scooter / Satay (voice) | |
| 2015 |
The MuppetsThe Muppets return to primetime with a contemporary, documentary-style show. For the first time ever, a series will explore the... |
Scooter / Janice (voice) | |
| 2015 |
The MuppetsThe Muppets return to primetime with a contemporary, documentary-style show. For the first time ever, a series will explore the... |
Janice / Scooter (voice) | |
| 2014 |
The Furchester HotelWelcome to this (nearly) world-class hotel run by (incompetent) Muppets. They are joined by Elmo and the Cookie Monster (guest... |
Cookie Monster (Voice) | |
| 2014 |
The Furchester HotelWelcome to this (nearly) world-class hotel run by (incompetent) Muppets. They are joined by Elmo and the Cookie Monster (guest... |
Commercial Announcer (voice) | |
| 2014 |
Muppets Most WantedWhile on a grand world tour, The Muppets find themselves wrapped into an European jewel-heist caper headed by a Kermit... |
Scooter / Janice / Miss Poogy / Bobby Benson / Wayne (voice) | |
| 2013 |
Michael Bublé’s 3rd Annual Christmas SpecialCrooning in the holidays. The international star returns for his third annual Christmas special. |
Cookie Monster | |
| 2013 |
Lady Gaga & the Muppets Holiday SpectacularA Thanksgiving special starring Lady Gaga performing songs from her album “ARTPOP” alongside the Muppets and some very special guests. |
Scooter, Janice (voice) | |
| 2012 |
The Muppets All-Star Comedy GalaThe Muppets take part in a "Muppets All-Star Comedy Gala" at Just For Laughs 2012 in Montreal from July 10... |
Scooter (voice) | |
| 2012 |
Sesame Street: Singing with the StarsDance and sing along with this star-studded special from Sesame Street! From Alicia Keys to the Dixie Chicks, Andrea Bocelli,... |
Unknown character | |
| 2011 |
The MuppetsWhen Kermit the Frog and the Muppets learn that their beloved theater is slated for demolition, a sympathetic human, Gary,... |
Scooter / Janice / Miss Poogy / Wayne (voice) | |
| 2011 |
Sesame Street: Wild Words and Outdoor AdventuresThese words are wild! Join your Sesame Street friends and some very special guests for some outdoor adventures on Sesame... |
Unknown character | |
| 2010 |
Sesame Street: The Best Pet in the WorldWho is the best pet on Sesame Street? Is it Zoe's pet rock Rocco or Telly's hamster Chuckie Sue? Could... |
Baby Bear, Cookie Monster | |
| 2009 |
Sesame Street: Elmo and Friends: The Letter Quest and Other Magical TalesThe Knights of Sesame Street are on a quest! Sir Elmo, Sir Abby, and Sir Telly discover a Yogurt-Eating Yodeling... |
Unknown character | |
| 2009 |
Sesame Street: Bedtime with ElmoIt's bedtime on Sesame Street! Just like all little kids, Elmo and Abby would rather make funny faces and sing... |
Martian / Baby Bear / Humphrey (voice) | |
| 2009 |
Sesame Street: Being GreenElmo and Abby find out it can be easy being green when they stumble onto the Earth-a-Thon, hosted by Mr.... |
Cookie Monster (voice) | |
| 2008 |
A Muppets Christmas: Letters to SantaWhen Gonzo forgets to mail three letters to Santa, he convinces Kermit and the gang to help him deliver the... |
Scooter / Janice / Additional Muppets (voice) | |
| 2008 |
Sesame Street: Abby in WonderlandFollow Abby and Elmo down the rabbit hole in this enchanting re-imagining of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland. Elmo the Rabbit... |
Cookie Monster as the Cheshire Cookie Cat (voice) | |
| 2008 |
Studio DC: Almost LiveStudio DC: Almost Live is a special for the Disney Channel. The special is a half-hour variety show that features... |
Scooter, Janice, Camilla the Turkey | |
| 2008 |
The Muppets - Studio DC - Almost LiveWith songs, dancing and backstage antics, The Muppets and Disney Channel's biggest stars team up for another fun variety show. |
Scooter / Janice (voice) | |
| 2008 |
Sesame Street: Love the Earth!Papa Bear takes Baby Bear, Elmo and Zoe on a hike in Bear National Park so that they may earn... |
Baby Bear | |
| 2008 |
Sesame Street: Play with Me Sesame: Let's Play GamesJoin the Sesame Street gang for an interactive play date packed with games, music, and learning. Ernie, Bert, Grover, Cookie... |
Unknown character | |
| 2007 |
Elmo's Christmas CountdownThere's a miracle on Sesame Street in this special holiday tale. Elmo, Abby Cadabby, and their new friend Stiller the... |
Baby Bear / Cookie Monster (voice) | |
| 2006 |
A Sesame Street Christmas CarolOscar the Grouch is visited by three ghosts in an attempt to teach him the true meaning of Christmas. |
Additional Muppet Performer (voice) (archive footage) | |
| 2006 |
Sesame Street: Elmo's Potty TimeJoin Elmo as he reminisces about his potty training journey and guides viewers as they embark on theirs. Elmo and... |
Baby Bear (voice) | |
| 2005 |
The Colbert ReportThe Colbert Report is an American satirical late night television program. It stars political humorist Stephen Colbert, a former correspondent... |
Cookie Monster (uncredited) | |
| 2005 |
Jack's Big Music ShowJack takes a break everyday from his busy kid schedule to visit his favorite place in the world—his backyard clubhouse.... |
Jack (voice) | |
| 2005 |
Sesame Street: Elmo's World: Food, Water & Exercise!With Elmo, your preschooler can learn about foods from around the world, dip into deep water and stay healthy and... |
Unknown character | |
| 2004 |
The BackyardigansMeet five lively animal friends who love to sing, dance and use their imaginations to embark on outrageous adventures to... |
Jack | |
| 2004 |
Sesame Street: A Celebration of Me, GroverHe's furry, he's blue, and he's everyone's adorable, old pal, Grover, in his very own special! Come to the Flyers'... |
Cookie Monster (voice) | |
| 2004 |
Sesame Street: What's the Name of That Song?Come one, come all for Sesame Street's 35th anniversary musical gathering! Is there one song the whole world can sing... |
Cookie Monster | |
| 2004 |
Sesame Street: Cookie Monster's Best BitesWelcome to a song-filled, smile-making, simply scrumptious video starring everyone's favorite Sesame Street connoisseur de crumbs: Cookie Monster! |
Cookie's Friend (voice) | |
| 2003 |
Sesame Street: Three Bears and a New BabyEveryone knows the story of The Three Bears, so what happens when Mama, Papa, and Baby Bear are expecting a... |
Baby Bear (voice) | |
| 2003 |
Elmo's World: Family Feature (Starring Elmo and Friends!)Come look at the world through everyone's favorite 3 year old! Join Elmo in six complete episodes! Each segment gives... |
Baby Bear | |
| 2003 |
Sesame Street: Let's Eat! Funny Food SongsAfter working hard, Grover has finally gotten a job as a waiter at the hot restaurant in town, Planet Storybook.... |
Milk (voice) / Cereal Girl (puppeteer) | |
| 2002 |
Sesame Street: Elmo Visits the FirehouseElmo learns fire safety from Firefighter Bill. This all comes about because he was scared after being in a fire... |
Baby Bear / Hero Guy (voice) | |
| 2002 |
Sesame Street: Bert & Ernie's Word PlayBert, Ernie, and friends put on a new play and some of your favorite words are the stars. |
Cookie Monster (voice) | |
| 2002 |
Sesame Street: Elmo's World: Wake Up with Elmo!Waking up is easier when your friend Elmo is there to help you greet the day! Join him as he... |
Hardart / Cookie Monster | |
| 2001 |
Sesame Street: Elmo's World: Wild Wild West!Sesame Street's favorite furry red cowpoke saddles up to learn all about the wild frontier. Join Elmo as he finds... |
Baby Bear | |
| 2001 |
Sesame Street: Kids' Favorite Songs 2Join Elmo and his Sesame Street pals in the second volume of Kids' Favorite Songs, as Elmo travels up and... |
Baby Bear / Lavender Anything Muppet Boy / Hero Guy {Hero Guy Segment) (voice) | |
| 2001 |
Sesame Street: Elmo's Musical Adventure: The Story of Peter and the WolfThe fun begins when Baby Bear goes to hear the Boston Pops Orchestra play the musical story of Prokofiev's "Peter... |
Baby Bear / Two-Headed Monster (voice) | |
| 1999 |
The Adventures of Elmo in GrouchlandElmo loves his fuzzy, well-worn blue blanket more than anything in the whole world. However, when Elmo's blanket gets sucked... |
Baby Bear / Fat Blue / Caterpillar / Pestie / Collander Stenchman / Ice Cream Customer (voice) | |
| 1999 |
The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland: Sing and PlayElmo's back in Grouchland to sing some of his favorite songs with his new friend Grizzy. There's just one problem... |
green Grouch/Howard | |
| 1999 |
CinderElmoOur favorite little red monster is the star of this delightful film that playfully skews the story of Cinderella. Originally... |
Baby Bear (voice) | |
| 1998 |
Sesame Street: Elmopalooza!Jon Stewart hosts the Sesame Street Muppets' 30 year celebration, but Elmo steps in when things go awry. |
Baby Bear / Two-Headed Monster (2) / Sparky / Penguin (voice) | |
| 1998 |
Sesame Street: The Alphabet Jungle GameElmo, Zoe and Telly are exploring the Alphabet Jungle, where letters grow on trees. Every letter from A to Y... |
Letter U (voice) | |
| 1997 |
Sesame Street: Fiesta!The loveable Sesame Street characters congregate on FIESTA! to sing some of their favorite songs. As always a few humans... |
"Numero Comparsa" Singer / Baby Bear / Mariachi Band Player (voice) | |
| 1997 |
Sesame Street: Elmo Says BOO!Look who's come to visit The Count's spooky castle. It's Elmo! Is he scared? Only for a second because soon... |
Baby Bear / Davey Monkey | |
| 1997 |
Sesame Street: Sing Yourself Sillier at the MoviesIn a spoof of Siskel and Ebert's Sneak Previews, Telly and Oscar are seen in a movie theater, reviewing the... |
Humphrey (voice) (archive footage) | |
| 1997 |
Sesame Street: Quiet TimeQuiet Time is a Sesame Street video released on April 1, 1997. Big Bird wants to find out what to... |
Top Ten Quiet Time Ideas Announcer (voice) | |
| 1997 |
Sesame Street: Kids' Guide to Life: Telling the TruthTelly feels left out when all the other kids at Gina's day care are going to the circus and lies... |
Official #2 | |
| 1996 |
Sesame Street: Elmo Saves ChristmasCan there be such a thing as too much Christmas? Find out... when a magical Christmas wish is granted and... |
Baby Bear / Humphrey (voice) | |
| 1996 |
Aliens in the FamilyA human single father is abducted by a spaceship and fall in love with an alien single mother. They return... |
Bobut (body, voice) | |
| 1996 |
Sesame Street: Do the AlphabetDo The Alphabet is a 1996 Sesame Street direct-to-video compilation, with a framing sequence starring Big Bird and Baby Bear. |
Baby Bear (voice) | |
| 1996 |
Sesame Street: ElmocizeWhen Monty stops by Elmo's Exercise Camp to do a report, he ends up joining Elmo, Rosita, and Tarah in... |
Twisted Sister (voice) | |
| 1995 |
Mr. Willowby's Christmas TreeA single Christmas tree becomes the source of cheer for the people and animals living around Mr. Willowby's estate. Based... |
Ned Mouse (voice) | |
| 1994 |
The World of Jim HensonIn this episode of PBS' Great Performances, the history and legacy of puppeteer Jim Henson is explored, from his six-second... |
Self (archive footage) | |
| 1994 |
Muppet Sing Alongs: It's Not Easy Being GreenMuppet Sing-Alongs: It's Not Easy Being Green was released direct to video in 1994. A collection of Muppet songs is... |
Frog / Farmer Lear (voice) (archive footage) | |
| 1993 |
Sesame Street Stays Up Late!It's New Year's Eve on Sesame Street and around the world! Anchorman Elmo and the Monster News Network provide special... |
Baby Bear/MNN Logo Orange Monster(voice) | |
| 1993 |
Sesame Street Jam: A Musical CelebrationSesame Street Jam: A Musical Celebration is a special produced forSesame Street’s 25th anniversary. Released in a slightly different form... |
Chicago Lion / Humphrey / Davey Monkey (voice) | |
| 1993 |
Muppet Sing Alongs: Billy Bunny's Animal SongsBilly Bunny sings his way across the forest where he runs across a swamp full of frogs, a cave filled... |
Unknown character | |
| 1992 |
The Muppet Christmas CarolA retelling of the classic Dickens tale of Ebenezer Scrooge, miser extraordinaire. He is held accountable for his dastardly ways... |
Rat / Peter Cratchit / Old Joe / Swedish Chef (voice) | |
| 1992 |
Dog CityThis animated-live action puppet series follows the adventures of Ace Hart, a canine PI, and Eliot Shag, his 'real-life' German... |
Bowser (voice) | |
| 1991 |
Sesame Street: Sing, Hoot & Howl with the Sesame Street AnimalsSing, Hoot & Howl with the Sesame Street Animals is a 1991 Sesame Street direct-to-video compilation, featuring Big Bird and... |
Chicago the Lion / Duck (voice) | |
| 1990 |
The Muppets Celebrate Jim HensonWhile the Muppets prepare a tribute to the late Jim Henson, they learn about the life and career of the... |
Additional Muppet Performer | |
| 1990 |
Jim Henson's Memorial ServiceFollowing Jim Henson's passing on May 16th 1990, two public memorial services were held. The first (featured here) was held... |
Unknown character | |
| 1990 |
The Muppets at Walt Disney WorldFilmed right after the merger between Disney and Jim Henson productions, the Muppet's are featured heading to the greatest place... |
Frog (voice) | |
| 1990 |
Sesame Street: Sing Yourself Silly!Big Bird and his pals are making musical mayhem as they sing the goofiest, nuttiest, silliest songs ever. Join in... |
(archive footage) (voice) | |
| 1990 |
The Earth Day SpecialThe Earth Day Special is a television special revolving around Earth Day that aired on ABC on April 22, 1990.... |
Lizard (voice) | |
| 1990 |
Teenage Mutant Ninja TurtlesA quartet of humanoid turtles, trained by their mentor in ninjitsu, must learn to work together to face the menace... |
Donatello | |
| 1990 |
Sesame Street: Monster Hits!You'll have a monstrously good time with Herry Monster as he hosts the Monster Music Award Show! Everyone's favorite furry... |
Herry's Granny (voice) / Herry's Mother (voice) | |
| 1989 |
The Song of the Cloud ForestMilton, a lonely golden toad whose species are on the verge of extinction, finds himself in two minds when he... |
Additional Muppet Performer (voice) | |
| 1988 |
Sesame Street: Put Down the DuckieThe stars come out on Sesame Street in this fun-filled video featuring the show's most memorable moments. Sing-along in this... |
Muppet Performer | |
| 1988 |
Muppet Studios Presents: You're the DirectorIn this interactive videocassette, viewers are invited to help the Muppets direct three of their latest features, while also preventing... |
Dr. Julius Strangepork (voice) | |
| 1988 |
Jim Henson: Sing-Along, Dance-Along, Do-AlongRowlf the Dog and the kids have fun doing all kinds of activities, including singing and dancing. It features interactive... |
Farmer Lear (voice) | |
| 1988 |
Hey, You're as Funny as Fozzie BearFozzie Bear teaches the viewers -- as well as his young friends P.J. and Kai-Lee -- to tell funny jokes... |
Unknown character | |
| 1987 |
A Muppet Family ChristmasFozzie Bear surprises his mother on Christmas Eve by bringing the entire Muppet gang to her farm to celebrate the... |
Miss Piggy's Photographer (voice) | |
| 1986 |
The Tale of the Bunny PicnicAs they get ready for their annual Bunny Picnic, Bean, a young, imaginative bunny eager to help, is told he's... |
Snort / Snail (voice) | |
| 1984 |
The Cosby ShowThe Cosby Show is an American television situation comedy starring Bill Cosby, which aired for eight seasons on NBC from... |
Sweetums / Boo Monster (voice) | |
| 1984 |
Jeopardy!America's favorite quiz show where contestants are presented with general knowledge clues in the form of answers, and must phrase... |
Cookie Monster (voice) | |
| 1984 |
The Muppets Take ManhattanWhen the Muppets graduate from Danhurst College, they take their song-filled senior revue to New York City, only to learn... |
Additional Muppet Performer (voice) | |
| 1969 |
Sesame StreetOn a special inner city street, the inhabitants—human and muppet—teach preschoolers basic educational and social concepts using comedy, cartoons, games,... |
Two-Headed Monster | |
| 1969 |
Sesame StreetOn a special inner city street, the inhabitants—human and muppet—teach preschoolers basic educational and social concepts using comedy, cartoons, games,... |
Cookie Monster / Two-Headed Monster | |
| TBA |
Shadows Over Sesame StreetWhen dark shadows attack Sesame Street, Elmo, Cookie Monster, Big Bird, Kermit and the rest of the Sesame Street gang... |
Cookie Monster |
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Got a question about David Rudman?
David Rudman is best known for voicing Cookie Monster and Baby Bear in various Muppet productions, including Sesame Street.
While David Rudman has not won major awards, he has received recognition for his contributions to children's television and puppetry.
David Rudman began his career in puppetry at a young age and joined The Jim Henson Company in the late 1990s, bringing beloved characters to life.
David Rudman's estimated net worth is around 1 million USD, primarily from his work in puppetry and voice acting.
David Rudman has two children, although their names are not publicly disclosed.
David Rudman's filmography includes roles in Sesame Street, Bear in the Big Blue House, and various Muppet movies and specials.
In addition to his work with The Muppets, David Rudman has participated in various television shows and projects related to children's entertainment.
David Rudman's puppeteering style is characterized by his ability to create engaging and relatable characters, often using distinctive voices and expressions.