Legendary Children's TV Producer Marty Krofft Dies at 86

Known for creating iconic shows like 'H.R. Pufnstuf' and 'Land of the Lost' with his brother Sid, Krofft leaves a lasting legacy in children's television.

Marty Krofft, co-producer of iconic children's television shows such as 'H.R. Pufnstuf' and 'Land of the Lost', has died at the age of 86 due to kidney failure.
Marty and his brother Sid Krofft, known as the 'Kings of Saturday Morning', dominated children's television for decades, creating memorable and influential shows that have been enjoyed by multiple generations.
Their shows, known for their psychedelic sets and fantastical premises, included 'The Bugaloos', 'Lidsville', and 'Sigmund and the Sea Monsters'.
'Land of the Lost', one of their most popular creations, blended puppetry with stop-motion animation and live action, and has been remade several times, including a 2009 film adaptation starring Will Ferrell and Danny McBride.
The Krofft brothers were awarded a Lifetime Achievement Emmy Award in 2018 and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2020 for their contributions to television.