Lee Thompson is an award-winning professional puppeteer based in the UK. With more than 20 years of experience, he has built an extensive career creating memorable puppet performances for television, live entertainment and filmed productions. His television credits include five series of Britain’s Got Talent.

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Lee’s work has taken him across the United States, India, Thailand, Iran and New Zealand, where he has contributed to a wide range of international puppetry projects. His creative portfolio includes corporate films, music videos, comedy productions and educational content, demonstrating his ability to adapt puppetry for different audiences, formats and storytelling styles.

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Alongside his professional work, Lee has received awards at puppet festivals and serves on the Council of the British Puppet Guild. His combination of performance experience, creative versatility and commitment to the wider puppetry community has established him as a respected figure in the field.