Ron Mueck

Biography

Ron Mueck is a renowned Australian sculptor born in Melbourne to German parents. He began his career in puppetry and doll-making before transitioning to film and television, most notably voicing Ludo in Jim Henson's 1986 fantasy film Labyrinth. In the late 1990s, he gained public attention with his sculpture "Dead Dad," a poignant portrayal of his deceased father, and later showcased at the Royal Academy of Arts in London.