ABOUT ME

I discovered my passion for ventriloquism and puppet performance through a cherished childhood memory of watching Shari Lewis and Lamb Chop on PBS! I decided to buy my own Lamb Chop puppet to have playful interactions with my daughter, but this soon evolved into a deeper talent.

After purchasing two more puppets from a local children's bookstore in California, I kept practicing ventriloquism, which lead to an invitation from a church pastor to perform children’s stories. The performances took off, and quickly became a fan favorite for the audience of 1,000 members!

The positive response led to more invitations to perform larger plays and holiday celebrations at churches, community events, and various venues. I expanded my puppet troupe, now known as “Willette & Friends!” to a diverse roster of nine, and we’ve been hitting the road ever since!

With a thriving career over two decades performing with Willette & Friends!, I hope to continue to captivate and inspire audiences through dynamic and heartfelt performances.

With love,

Willette Smith