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Lamb Chop

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Lamb Chop is a hand-puppet lamb popularized by ventriloquist Shari Lewis. Initially developed in the late 1950s, she became a beloved character through television appearances including *Lamb Chop's Play-Along*. The puppet’s enduring appeal makes it particularly suitable for young children and those interested in traditional puppetry.

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Who was the voice and creator of Lamb Chop?

Shari Lewis was both the creator and ventriloquist behind Lamb Chop, first introducing the character in the late 1950s. She voiced and performed the puppet until her death in 1998. Lewis won multiple Emmy Awards for her work, including for the PBS series *Lamb Chop's Play-Along*.

What TV shows featured Lamb Chop?

Lamb Chop appeared on *The Shari Lewis Show* in the 1960s and later starred in *Lamb Chop's Play-Along*, which premiered on PBS in 1992. The character also appeared in *The Charlie Horse Music Pizza*, which debuted in 1998. *Lamb Chop's Play-Along* won a Daytime Emmy for Outstanding Children's Series.

Is Lamb Chop still performed after Shari Lewis's death?

After Shari Lewis passed away in 1998, her daughter Mallory Lewis took over performing Lamb Chop. Mallory continues to make appearances with the puppet at events and on television. The character has been kept alive as a tribute to Shari Lewis's legacy in children's entertainment.

What kind of animal is Lamb Chop supposed to be?

Lamb Chop is a hand-puppet designed to look like a lamb or sheep. She has a distinctive fluffy white appearance with long eyelashes and a simple sock-like body. The puppet was originally created by Shari Lewis, who gave the character a childlike, sassy personality that resonated with audiences.

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