The Muppets

Created by puppet pioneer Jim Henson and hosted by a showbiz-savvy frog named Kermit, The Muppet Show debuted on TV in September 1976 and was an instant hit with kids, college students, even grumpy old men. The weekly comedy-variety show featured Kermit, Miss Piggy, Fozzie, and their fellow Muppets rubbing elbows with special guests, including the biggest pop stars of the day. At its peak, ...more