Heather Henderson facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Heather Anne Henderson
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Henderson in 2015
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| Born | March 7, 1973 Camden, New Jersey U.S.
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| Nationality | American |
| Other names | Baby Heather |
| Occupation | Burlesque artist, podcaster |
| Years active | 1974–present |
| Known for | co-host of Skeptically Yours and Ardent Atheist podcasts |
Heather Henderson (born March 7, 1973) is a professional performer and podcast host. She is also known by her stage name Baby Heather. Heather is a supporter of skeptical inquiry and atheism. In 2012, her Ardent Atheist podcast won a People's Choice Podcast Award. From 1989 to 1991, Henderson was a regular dancer on the Dance Party USA television show.
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Early Life and Dance Beginnings
Heather Henderson was born in Camden, New Jersey, on March 7, 1973. Her mother was a Hungarian Jew. When Heather was 10 years old, her father left their home. She attended schools in Camden City. Heather described herself as a "shy and quiet girl" when she was younger.
Appearing on Dance Party USA
At age fifteen, Heather began appearing on a national teen dance show called Dance Party USA. She was a regular dancer on the show for three years. During this time, she was known by the nickname Baby Heather.
Heather's mother became involved with a group called Jews for Jesus. This led them to attend different Christian churches. Heather felt very uncomfortable with this. As soon as she was old enough, she told her mother she would not go to church anymore.
In 2011, Henderson moved to Los Angeles with some friends. To help pay for her plane ticket, she organized a special show. Her friends, who were also performers, donated their time and talent for this one-night event.
Television and Film Appearances
Heather Henderson was a regular dancer on a local TV show called Dancin' on Air. She also danced on the nationally televised Dance Party USA from 1989 to 1991. In her last year on Dance Party USA, she became a co-host.
Henderson has also appeared on other well-known shows. These include Sesame Street and Nickelodeon's Double Dare. She also appeared in the movie Mannequin Two: On the Move and Disney's Annapolis.
Music Career
When she was a teenager, Heather Henderson released a song called "Give It Up." She used her Dance Party nickname, “Baby Heather,” for this release. Billboard magazine gave the song a good review.
In 2011, Henderson also performed with Penn Jillette's No God Band.
Performance Career
From 1993 to 2010, Heather Henderson worked as a performer. She was involved in various types of stage shows, including burlesque. Burlesque is a type of theatrical performance that often combines comedy, music, and dance. Henderson became involved with burlesque after a friend asked her to sing background for a "variety" show.
She took a break from performing in 2010. However, in 2013, Henderson returned to the stage. She performed at the first Hollywood Burlesque Festival. Time Out Los Angeles magazine recognized her as one of the "Best Burlesque" performers. They described her as "the singing emcee with 'ferocious vocals.'"
Podcasts and Skepticism
Heather Henderson is the co-host of two podcasts with Emery Emery. These podcasts are called Ardent Atheist and Skeptically Yours. They started producing the Ardent Atheist podcast in February 2011.
In 2012, Ardent Atheist won the award for best podcast in the religion/inspiration category. This award was given by The People's Choice Podcast Awards.
From November 2012 to April 2013, Henderson was also a regular guest on the Skepticality podcast. Her part of the show was called News in Religion.
