Zippy puppeteer and Rainbow legend Ronnie Le Drew dies aged 78 as family issues tribute

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Zippy puppeteer and Rainbow legend Ronnie Le Drew dies aged 78 as family issues tribute.

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Ronnie Le Drew, the Canadian-born puppeteer who brought the beloved character Zippy to life on the children's television programme Rainbow, has died at the age of 78 after a short illness.The British Puppet Guild, where Mr Le Drew served as president for a decade, broke the news on Monday.His son John subsequently confirmed the death on X, writing: "John Ronnie's son here.

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John, Liz and family." TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say Mr Le Drew operated the iconic yellowish puppet from 1974 onwards, becoming one of the most recognisable figures in British children's entertainment across two decades on the programme.In its tribute, the Guild described Mr Le Drew as "possibly the most active and supportive president we have ever had or will have".The organisation praised his unwavering commitment to the puppetry community, noting...

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