Acting

Beccy Henderson

Beccy Henderson is a talented actress and puppeteer celebrated for her remarkable performances in both television and theater. She gained widespread recognition for her role as Deet in Netflix's acclaimed series *The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance* (2019), which won an Emmy Award. Henderson also showcased her comedic talent as Aisling, the lovable bespectacled geek, in the hit Channel 4 series *Derry Girls* (2018-2022), which quickly became a cultural phenomenon.

In addition to her standout roles, Beccy played Heather Pearce in the Channel 5 and Acorn crime drama *Dalgliesh* (2021). Her expertise in puppeteering is particularly evident in *The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance*, where she was an integral member of the core puppetry team. In this role, she brought to life not only Deet but also a variety of other characters, including Naia, Maudra Seethi, and Juni. Her contributions extended beyond acting; she was instrumental in performing the Skeksis and numerous other fantastical creatures within the series.

Henderson also showcased her vocal talents by voicing several characters, such as Deet’s baby brother Bobb’n, Maudra Ethri, the Thrushpogs, and Brea's squealing podling, further solidifying her reputation as a versatile performer in the realm of puppetry and acting.

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