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Shari Lewis, American actress, puppeteer/ventriloquist, and television host (died 1998)

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Shari Lewis

American ventriloquist and puppeteer (1933–1998)

Shari Lewis was a Peabody-winning American ventriloquist, puppeteer, children's entertainer, television show host, dancer, singer, actress, author, and symphony conductor. She famously created and performed the sock puppet Lamb Chop for Captain Kangaroo in March 1956.
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January 17

Day of the year

January 17 is the 17th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 348 days remain until the end of the year.
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