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Dave Goelz

Bio: From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Dave Goelz (born July 16, 1946) is a puppeteer best-known for his association with The Muppets, and in particular with the Muppet character Gonzo
Born: Tue, Jul 16 1946
Birthplace: Burbank, California
Dave Goelz is 77 years old
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Movies (Acting Roles)

Poster of Inside Out 2
Inside Out 2
Dave Goelz will be
77 in Inside Out 2
as 'Subconscious Guard Frank (voice)'.
Thu, Jun 13 2024
Poster of Jerry Nelson: A Celebratory Birthday Animatic
Jerry Nelson: A Celebratory Birthday Animatic
Dave Goelz was
75 in Jerry Nelson: A Celebratory Birthday Animatic
as 'Zoot (voice) / Boober (voice) / Gonzo (voice) / others (voice)'.
Sun, Jul 10 2022
Poster of Dear Earth
Dear Earth
Dave Goelz was
75 in Dear Earth
as 'Zoot (voice)'.
Sat, Oct 23 2021
Poster of Muppets Haunted Mansion
Muppets Haunted Mansion
Dave Goelz was
75 in Muppets Haunted Mansion
as 'Gonzo / Bunsen / Zoot / Beauregard / Waldorf / Chip / Randy Pig'.
Fri, Oct 08 2021
Poster of Muppet Guys Talking: A Special Conversation to Honor Jim Henson
Muppet Guys Talking: A Special Conversation to Honor Jim Henson
Dave Goelz was
73 in Muppet Guys Talking: A Special Conversation to Honor Jim Henson
as 'Himself'.
Sat, May 16 2020
Poster of The Disney Family Singalong - Volume II
The Disney Family Singalong - Volume II
Dave Goelz was
73 in The Disney Family Singalong - Volume II
as 'The Muppets Puppeteer'.
Sun, May 10 2020
Poster of The Muppets Take The O2
The Muppets Take The O2
Dave Goelz was
71 in The Muppets Take The O2
as 'The Great Gonzo / Dr. Bunsen Honeydew / Zoot / Waldorf / Beauregard / Chip / Himself (voice)'.
Fri, Jul 13 2018
Poster of Seth Rogen's Hilarity for Charity
Seth Rogen's Hilarity for Charity
Dave Goelz was
71 in Seth Rogen's Hilarity for Charity
as 'Gonzo/Waldorf'.
Fri, Apr 06 2018
Poster of Muppet Guys Talking: Secrets Behind the Show the Whole World Watched
Muppet Guys Talking: Secrets Behind the Show the Whole World Watched
Dave Goelz was
70 in Muppet Guys Talking: Secrets Behind the Show the Whole World Watched
as 'Himself'.
Sun, Mar 12 2017
Poster of Inside Out
Inside Out
Dave Goelz was
68 in Inside Out
as 'Subconscious Guard Frank (voice)'.
Tue, Jun 09 2015
Poster of Muppets Most Wanted
Muppets Most Wanted
Dave Goelz was
67 in Muppets Most Wanted
as 'The Great Gonzo, Dr. Bunsen Honeydew, Zoot, Beauregard, Waldorf'.
Thu, Mar 20 2014
Poster of Lady Gaga and the Muppets Holiday Spectacular
Lady Gaga and the Muppets Holiday Spectacular
Dave Goelz was
67 in Lady Gaga and the Muppets Holiday Spectacular
as 'The Great Gonzo, Dr. Bunsen Honeydew, Waldorf, Zoot (voice)'.
Fri, Nov 29 2013
Poster of The Muppets All-Star Comedy Gala
The Muppets All-Star Comedy Gala
Dave Goelz was
66 in The Muppets All-Star Comedy Gala
as 'Gonzo / Waldorf / Beauregard (voice)'.
Mon, Dec 24 2012
Poster of The Secret Policeman's Ball
The Secret Policeman's Ball
Dave Goelz was
65 in The Secret Policeman's Ball
as 'Waldorf (voice)'.
Sun, Mar 04 2012
Poster of Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade
Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade
Dave Goelz was
65 in Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade
as 'Waldorf (voice)'.
Sun, Dec 25 2011
Poster of The Muppets
The Muppets
Dave Goelz was
65 in The Muppets
as 'Gonzo / Honeydew / Zoot / Beauregard / Waldorf (voice)'.
Tue, Nov 22 2011
Poster of Jim Henson's Tales From Muppetland
Jim Henson's Tales From Muppetland
Dave Goelz was
63 in Jim Henson's Tales From Muppetland
as ''.
Tue, Jul 28 2009
Poster of A Muppets Christmas: Letters to Santa
A Muppets Christmas: Letters to Santa
Dave Goelz was
62 in A Muppets Christmas: Letters to Santa
as 'The Great Gonzo / Waldorf / Dr. Bunsen Honeydew / Zoot (voice)'.
Wed, Dec 17 2008
Poster of The Muppets - Studio DC - Almost Live
The Muppets - Studio DC - Almost Live
Dave Goelz was
61 in The Muppets - Studio DC - Almost Live
as 'Gonzo / Waldorf (voice)'.
Mon, Feb 11 2008
Poster of Journey Through the Labyrinth
Journey Through the Labyrinth
Dave Goelz was
61 in Journey Through the Labyrinth
as 'Self'.
Wed, Aug 01 2007
Poster of Reflections of 'The Dark Crystal'
Reflections of 'The Dark Crystal'
Dave Goelz was
61 in Reflections of 'The Dark Crystal'
as 'Himself'.
Wed, Aug 01 2007
Poster of Best Ever Muppet Moments
Best Ever Muppet Moments
Dave Goelz was
59 in Best Ever Muppet Moments
as 'Self'.
Sat, Mar 11 2006
Poster of The Muppets' Wizard of Oz
The Muppets' Wizard of Oz
Dave Goelz was
58 in The Muppets' Wizard of Oz
as 'Tin Thing / Kalidah Critic #2 / Dr. Bunsen Honeydew / Zoot'.
Fri, May 20 2005
Poster of Fraggle Rock - Dance Your Cares Away
Fraggle Rock - Dance Your Cares Away
Dave Goelz was
58 in Fraggle Rock - Dance Your Cares Away
as 'Boober Fraggle (voice)'.
Tue, Jan 04 2005
Poster of Fraggle Rock - Live By the Rule of the Rock
Fraggle Rock - Live By the Rule of the Rock
Dave Goelz was
58 in Fraggle Rock - Live By the Rule of the Rock
as 'Boober Fraggle / Philo / Uncle Travelling Matt (voice)'.
Sat, Jan 01 2005
Poster of Weezer: Video Capture Device - Treasures from the Vault 1991-2002
Weezer: Video Capture Device - Treasures from the Vault 1991-2002
Dave Goelz was
57 in Weezer: Video Capture Device - Treasures from the Vault 1991-2002
as 'Gonzo / Waldorf ("Keep Fishin")'.
Tue, Mar 23 2004
Poster of It's a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie
It's a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie
Dave Goelz was
56 in It's a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie
as 'The Great Gonzo / Dr. Bunsen Honeydew / Waldorf / Zoot (voice)'.
Fri, Nov 29 2002
Poster of Kermit's Swamp Years
Kermit's Swamp Years
Dave Goelz was
56 in Kermit's Swamp Years
as 'Waldorf (voice)'.
Tue, Sep 03 2002
Poster of I Love Muppets
I Love Muppets
Dave Goelz was
55 in I Love Muppets
as 'The Great Gonzo (voice)'.
Sun, Mar 31 2002
Poster of The Very Best of the Muppet Show: Volume 3
The Very Best of the Muppet Show: Volume 3
Dave Goelz was
55 in The Very Best of the Muppet Show: Volume 3
as 'Gonzo / Beauregard'.
Tue, Jul 17 2001
Poster of Bear in the Big Blue House: A Berry Bear Christmas
Bear in the Big Blue House: A Berry Bear Christmas
Dave Goelz was
54 in Bear in the Big Blue House: A Berry Bear Christmas
as 'Jack the Dog'.
Tue, Aug 29 2000
Poster of The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland
The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland
Dave Goelz was
53 in The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland
as 'Humongous Chicken (voice)'.
Fri, Oct 01 1999
Poster of Muppets from Space
Muppets from Space
Dave Goelz was
52 in Muppets from Space
as 'Gonzo / Dr. Bunsen Honeydew / Waldorf / The Birdman (voice)'.
Wed, Jul 14 1999
Poster of The Very Best of the Muppet Show
The Very Best of the Muppet Show
Dave Goelz was
52 in The Very Best of the Muppet Show
as 'Gonzo / Zoot / Dr Bunsen Honeydew'.
Mon, May 17 1999
Poster of The Very Best of the Muppet Show: Volume 2
The Very Best of the Muppet Show: Volume 2
Dave Goelz was
52 in The Very Best of the Muppet Show: Volume 2
as 'Gonzo / Zoot / Dr Bunsen Honeydew'.
Mon, May 17 1999
Poster of Muppet Treasure Island
Muppet Treasure Island
Dave Goelz was
49 in Muppet Treasure Island
as 'The Great Gonzo / Dr. Bunsen Honeydew / Waldorf / Mudwell the Mudbunny / Zoot (voice)'.
Fri, Feb 16 1996
Poster of Muppet Sing Alongs: Muppet Treasure Island
Muppet Sing Alongs: Muppet Treasure Island
Dave Goelz was
49 in Muppet Sing Alongs: Muppet Treasure Island
as 'The Great Gonzo (voice) (archive footage)'.
Wed, Feb 14 1996
Poster of Rudy Coby: The Coolest Magician on Earth
Rudy Coby: The Coolest Magician on Earth
Dave Goelz was
48 in Rudy Coby: The Coolest Magician on Earth
as 'Gonzo (as Gonzo The Great)'.
Sun, May 21 1995
Poster of The World of Jim Henson
The World of Jim Henson
Dave Goelz was
48 in The World of Jim Henson
as 'Self (archive footage)'.
Wed, Nov 23 1994
Poster of Muppet Classic Theater
Muppet Classic Theater
Dave Goelz was
48 in Muppet Classic Theater
as 'Gonzo / Rizzo the Rat / Randy Pig (voice)'.
Tue, Sep 27 1994
Poster of Muppet Sing Alongs: It's Not Easy Being Green
Muppet Sing Alongs: It's Not Easy Being Green
Dave Goelz was
47 in Muppet Sing Alongs: It's Not Easy Being Green
as 'Gonzo / Wendell / Otto the Octopus / Boober Fraggle (voice)'.
Fri, Feb 18 1994
Poster of The Muppet Christmas Carol
The Muppet Christmas Carol
Dave Goelz was
46 in The Muppet Christmas Carol
as 'The Great Gonzo as Charles Dickens / Robert Marley / Dr. Bunsen Honeydew / Betina Cratchit / Rat / Zoot (voice)'.
Thu, Dec 10 1992
Poster of Muppet*Vision 3-D
Muppet*Vision 3-D
Dave Goelz was
44 in Muppet*Vision 3-D
as 'Gonzo'.
Thu, May 16 1991
Poster of The Muppets Celebrate Jim Henson
The Muppets Celebrate Jim Henson
Dave Goelz was
44 in The Muppets Celebrate Jim Henson
as 'The Great Gonzo / Beauregard / Boober Fraggle / ... (voice)'.
Wed, Nov 21 1990
Poster of Disneyland's 35th Anniversary Special
Disneyland's 35th Anniversary Special
Dave Goelz was
43 in Disneyland's 35th Anniversary Special
as 'Gonzo (voice)'.
Sun, Jul 01 1990
Poster of The Muppets at Walt Disney World
The Muppets at Walt Disney World
Dave Goelz was
43 in The Muppets at Walt Disney World
as 'The Great Gonzo / Dr. Bunsen Honeydew / Beauregard / Zoot (voice)'.
Sun, May 06 1990
Poster of The Earth Day Special
The Earth Day Special
Dave Goelz was
43 in The Earth Day Special
as 'Old Frog (voice)'.
Sun, Apr 22 1990
Poster of The Song of the Cloud Forest
The Song of the Cloud Forest
Dave Goelz was
43 in The Song of the Cloud Forest
as 'Milton'.
Sun, Jul 16 1989
Poster of Dog City: The Movie
Dog City: The Movie
Dave Goelz was
42 in Dog City: The Movie
as 'Frisky (voice)'.
Fri, May 05 1989
Poster of Muppet Studios Presents: You're the Director
Muppet Studios Presents: You're the Director
Dave Goelz was
41 in Muppet Studios Presents: You're the Director
as 'Gonzo (voice)'.
Wed, Jun 15 1988
Poster of A Muppet Family Christmas
A Muppet Family Christmas
Dave Goelz was
41 in A Muppet Family Christmas
as 'Various Characters'.
Wed, Dec 16 1987
Poster of The Christmas Toy
The Christmas Toy
Dave Goelz was
40 in The Christmas Toy
as 'Rugby the Tiger/Ditz'.
Sat, Dec 06 1986
Poster of Labyrinth
Labyrinth
Dave Goelz was
39 in Labyrinth
as 'Didymus / The Hat / The Four Guards / Left Door Knocker / Firey 3 (voice)'.
Fri, Jun 27 1986
Poster of Fraggles Look For Jobs
Fraggles Look For Jobs
Dave Goelz was
39 in Fraggles Look For Jobs
as 'Boober (voice)'.
Fri, May 16 1986
Poster of The Muppets: A Celebration of 30 Years
The Muppets: A Celebration of 30 Years
Dave Goelz was
39 in The Muppets: A Celebration of 30 Years
as 'The Great Gonzo / Dr. Bunsen Honeydew / Beauregard / Zoot / Uncle 'Travelling' Matt Fraggle / Boober Fraggle'.
Tue, Jan 21 1986
Poster of Muppet Video: Rowlf's Rhapsodies with the Muppets
Muppet Video: Rowlf's Rhapsodies with the Muppets
Dave Goelz was
39 in Muppet Video: Rowlf's Rhapsodies with the Muppets
as 'Gonzo (voice)'.
Tue, Oct 01 1985
Poster of Gonzo Presents Muppet Weird Stuff
Gonzo Presents Muppet Weird Stuff
Dave Goelz was
38 in Gonzo Presents Muppet Weird Stuff
as 'Gonzo (voice)'.
Tue, Jul 09 1985
Poster of Muppet Video: The Kermit and Piggy Story
Muppet Video: The Kermit and Piggy Story
Dave Goelz was
38 in Muppet Video: The Kermit and Piggy Story
as ''.
Tue, Apr 16 1985
Poster of The Muppet Revue
The Muppet Revue
Dave Goelz was
38 in The Muppet Revue
as 'Gonzo (voice)'.
Tue, Apr 16 1985
Poster of Children's Songs and Stories with the Muppets
Children's Songs and Stories with the Muppets
Dave Goelz was
38 in Children's Songs and Stories with the Muppets
as 'Gonzo (voice)'.
Tue, Jan 01 1985
Poster of The Bells of Fraggle Rock
The Bells of Fraggle Rock
Dave Goelz was
38 in The Bells of Fraggle Rock
as 'Boober Fraggle / Uncle Travelling Matt (voice)'.
Mon, Dec 24 1984
Poster of The Muppets Take Manhattan
The Muppets Take Manhattan
Dave Goelz was
37 in The Muppets Take Manhattan
as 'Gonzo / Chester - Rat / Bill - Frog / Zoot / Beauregard / Dog / Dr. Bunsen Honeydew / Penguin (voice)'.
Wed, Jun 27 1984
Poster of Rocky Mountain Holiday with John Denver and the Muppets
Rocky Mountain Holiday with John Denver and the Muppets
Dave Goelz was
36 in Rocky Mountain Holiday with John Denver and the Muppets
as 'Gonzo the Great / Zoot / Lubbock Lou (voice)'.
Thu, May 12 1983
Poster of The Dark Crystal
The Dark Crystal
Dave Goelz was
36 in The Dark Crystal
as 'Fizzgig, a Friendly Monster / General, Garthim Master'.
Fri, Dec 17 1982
Poster of The Fantastic Miss Piggy Show
The Fantastic Miss Piggy Show
Dave Goelz was
36 in The Fantastic Miss Piggy Show
as 'Gonzo / Dr. Bunsen Honeydew (voice)'.
Fri, Sep 17 1982
Poster of Of Muppets & Men
Of Muppets & Men
Dave Goelz was
35 in Of Muppets & Men
as 'Self'.
Sat, Oct 31 1981
Poster of An American Werewolf in London
An American Werewolf in London
Dave Goelz was
35 in An American Werewolf in London
as 'Beauregard (archive footage)'.
Fri, Aug 21 1981
Poster of The Great Muppet Caper
The Great Muppet Caper
Dave Goelz was
34 in The Great Muppet Caper
as 'Gonzo / Beauregard / Zoot / Dr. Bunsen Honeydew / Lobbuck Lou'.
Fri, Jun 26 1981
Poster of The Muppets Go to the Movies
The Muppets Go to the Movies
Dave Goelz was
34 in The Muppets Go to the Movies
as 'The Great Gonzo / Joe / Beauregard / Fireman (voice)'.
Wed, May 20 1981
Poster of John Denver and the Muppets: A Christmas Together
John Denver and the Muppets: A Christmas Together
Dave Goelz was
33 in John Denver and the Muppets: A Christmas Together
as 'The Great Gonzo / Zoot / Dr. Bunsen Honeydew (voice)'.
Wed, Dec 05 1979
Poster of The Muppet Movie
The Muppet Movie
Dave Goelz was
32 in The Muppet Movie
as 'The Great Gonzo / Dr. Bunsen Honeydew / Zoot / Doglion / Iraqian in El Sleezo Cafe / Pig (voice)'.
Fri, Jun 22 1979
Poster of The Muppets Go Hollywood
The Muppets Go Hollywood
Dave Goelz was
32 in The Muppets Go Hollywood
as 'Various Muppets'.
Wed, May 16 1979
Poster of The Orson Welles Show
The Orson Welles Show
Dave Goelz was
32 in The Orson Welles Show
as 'Gonzo (voice)'.
Thu, Feb 01 1979
Poster of Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas
Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas
Dave Goelz was
31 in Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas
as 'Wendell / Pop-eyed Catfish / Will Possum (voice)'.
Sun, Dec 04 1977
Poster of Muppet Picker Upper
Muppet Picker Upper
Dave Goelz was
28 in Muppet Picker Upper
as 'Gonzo (voice)'.
Wed, Jan 01 1975
Poster of Just a Few Announcements
Just a Few Announcements
Dave Goelz was
28 in Just a Few Announcements
as 'Gonzo'.
Wed, Jan 01 1975
Poster of The Parent Trap
The Parent Trap
Dave Goelz was
14 in The Parent Trap
as 'Teenager (uncredited)'.
Sat, May 13 1961
Poster of Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas
Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas
Dave Goelz will be
77+ in Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas
as ''.
Unreleased

TV Shows (Acting Roles)

Ages in TV shows are based off the first air date and may not be accurate. View individual episode details for accurate ages
Poster of The Muppets Mayhem
The Muppets Mayhem
Dave Goelz was
76+ in The Muppets Mayhem
as 'Zoot (voice)'.
First Air Date
Wed, May 10 2023
Poster of Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock
Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock
Dave Goelz was
75+ in Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock
as 'Boober Fraggle (voice)'.
First Air Date
Thu, Jan 20 2022
Poster of Muppets Now
Muppets Now
Dave Goelz was
74+ in Muppets Now
as 'Dr. Bunsen Honeydew'.
First Air Date
Fri, Jul 31 2020
Poster of Prop Culture
Prop Culture
Dave Goelz was
73+ in Prop Culture
as 'Himself'.
First Air Date
Fri, May 01 2020
Poster of Fraggle Rock: Rock On!
Fraggle Rock: Rock On!
Dave Goelz was
73+ in Fraggle Rock: Rock On!
as 'Boober Fraggle / Travelling Matt (voice)'.
First Air Date
Tue, Apr 21 2020
Poster of The Muppets
The Muppets
Dave Goelz was
69+ in The Muppets
as 'The Great Gonzo / Waldorf / Zoot (voice)'.
First Air Date
Tue, Sep 22 2015
Poster of Muppet Moments
Muppet Moments
Dave Goelz was
68+ in Muppet Moments
as 'The Great Gonzo'.
First Air Date
Fri, Apr 03 2015
Poster of The Great Debate
The Great Debate
Dave Goelz was
62+ in The Great Debate
as ''.
First Air Date
Mon, Jul 06 2009
Poster of Studio DC: Almost Live
Studio DC: Almost Live
Dave Goelz was
62+ in Studio DC: Almost Live
as 'Gonzo the Great, Zoot, Waldorf, Dr. Bunsen Honeydew, Pancake the Water Buffalo'.
First Air Date
Sun, Aug 03 2008
Poster of Muppets Tonight
Muppets Tonight
Dave Goelz was
49+ in Muppets Tonight
as 'Gonzo the Great / Dr. Bunsen Honeydew / Beauregard'.
First Air Date
Fri, Mar 08 1996
Poster of Secret Life of Toys
Secret Life of Toys
Dave Goelz was
47+ in Secret Life of Toys
as 'Rugby / Ditz'.
First Air Date
Sat, Mar 05 1994
Poster of The Jim Henson Hour
The Jim Henson Hour
Dave Goelz was
42+ in The Jim Henson Hour
as ''.
First Air Date
Fri, Apr 14 1989
Poster of Jim Henson's Little Muppet Monsters
Jim Henson's Little Muppet Monsters
Dave Goelz was
39+ in Jim Henson's Little Muppet Monsters
as ''.
First Air Date
Sat, Sep 14 1985
Poster of The Cosby Show
The Cosby Show
Dave Goelz was
38+ in The Cosby Show
as ''.
First Air Date
Thu, Sep 20 1984
Poster of Fraggle Rock
Fraggle Rock
Dave Goelz was
36+ in Fraggle Rock
as 'Boober / Uncle "Traveling" Matt / Side Bottom / The World's Oldest Fraggle (voice), Uncle "Traveling" Matt, The World's Oldest Fraggle'.
First Air Date
Mon, Jan 10 1983
Poster of An Audience with...
An Audience with...
Dave Goelz was
31+ in An Audience with...
as 'The Great Gonzo'.
First Air Date
Sun, Jan 08 1978
Poster of The Muppet Show
The Muppet Show
Dave Goelz was
30+ in The Muppet Show
as 'Gonzo / Zoot / Beauregard / Dr. Bunsen Honeydew (voice)'.
First Air Date
Sun, Sep 05 1976
Poster of Saturday Night Live
Saturday Night Live
Dave Goelz was
29+ in Saturday Night Live
as 'Self - Cameo (uncredited)'.
First Air Date
Sat, Oct 11 1975
Poster of Sesame Street
Sesame Street
Dave Goelz was
23+ in Sesame Street
as ''.
First Air Date
Mon, Nov 10 1969
Poster of Peter Alexander präsentiert Spezialitäten
Peter Alexander präsentiert Spezialitäten
Dave Goelz was
22+ in Peter Alexander präsentiert Spezialitäten
as 'Self'.
First Air Date
Sun, Mar 09 1969
Poster of Jim Henson's Animal Show with Stinky and Jake
Jim Henson's Animal Show with Stinky and Jake
Dave Goelz will be
77+ in Jim Henson's Animal Show with Stinky and Jake
as ''.
First Air Date
Unreleased