However, in the early 1980s Kevin Clash was given the muppet and used a new voice for him.
One of his specials was watched by a young Kevin Clash, whose parents got hold of Kermit and told him about their son.
Clifford is diplomatic about his relationship with Kevin Clash, the puppeteer in his life.
She first appeared in 1987, and was performed by Kevin Clash.
Craniac (performed by Kevin Clash) - An alien with a brain for a head.
Kevin Clash, who had previously been a crew member on Sesame Street, also worked on the film.
Kevin Clash (born September 17, 1960) is a puppeteer and voice actor.
When Kevin Clash was growing up in a working-class neighborhood near Baltimore, career talk "was all about basketball and music," he said.
Kevin Clash and Aaron Neville were also guests on this show.
Jim was joined by Kevin Clash who performed Clifford during the interview.