

Inclusion in our Hall of Fame is bestowed upon those who have made an outstanding contribution to the advancement of Punch & Judy or to the Punch & Judy Fellowship.

Puppeteer and historian whose extensive research led him to write the first definitive history of the Punch & Judy show.
Remembered by Des Turner
President of the Punch & Judy Fellowship

The uncrowned King of Punch & Judy Men, who for many years had a regular pitch outside Madam Tussaud's in London.
Remembered by Bryan Clarke
Chairman of the Punch & Judy Fellowship

A prolific writer on the history of Punch & Judy, who has had many books published, in which he developed the argument of Punch’s Italian origins.



‘Remarkable’ is possibly the best word to describe Wal Kent. A one-time plumber's mate who launched himself into show business around 1900, but is best remembered by Punch Professors for his skill in making Punch & Judy figures.

