In Memoriam 2025

As we say farewell to 2025, here's a look back at the people (and projects) we lost this year. 

Horst Janson

David Johansen

"Teeny Little Super Guy" Animater Paul Fierlinger

Ruth Buzzi

George Wendt 

MuppetVision 3D and PizzeRizzo!

Watch our full tour and tribute here. 

David Lazer

Loretta Swit

Malcolm-Jamal Warner 

Ozzy Osbourne

Hulk Hogan 

Cleo Laine 

Rob Lake Magic With Special Guests the Muppets

Drew Struzan

Wayne Moss

We thank them all for their contributions to Henson productions. 

Muppet Stuff - 2025 Favorite Videos!

As we say farewell to 2025, here are a few of our favorite videos from the past year. 

Sesame Street Learn & Play: American Dream
 

Celebrating Richard Hunt and the release of Funny Boy!
 

Chris' First Visit to Sesame Place!  

Pick 5 with Dave!  

Toy Fair 2025!

 

Searching For Muppets at Walt Disney World with Retro Rest Stop!  

Saying Goodbye to Muppet*Vision 3D with Retro Rest Stop!  

Celebrating Sesame Place's 45th Birthday!  

RetroCon 2024 Toy Hunt!  

Celebrating Jim Henson’s Birthday at MoMI 2024

 

Museum of Nostalgia!

Spooky Edition: Pick 5 with Jason!
 

Celebrating Jim Henson’s Birthday — Part 1!  

Celebrating Jim Henson’s Birthday — Part 2!

It's been a great year exploring and bringing Muppet events to you. Did your favorite make the list?

Be sure to check out more videos on our Youtube Channel!

Early Look at Visit Mississippi's Kermit Rose Parade Float!

Back in September, Visit Mississippi unveiled the concept art for its creativity-themed Rose Parade float—and now we have our first look at the float itself. 

Titled “Where Creativity Blooms,” the float celebrates the state’s deep artistic roots, highlighting Mississippi’s rich literary and musical legacy.

At the heart of the design is Kermit the Frog, honoring Mississippi native Jim Henson, the legendary creator of the Muppets. The iconic character serves as a playful yet meaningful tribute to the creativity that has blossomed from the Magnolia State.

Adding to the celebration, country music star and Mississippi native Charlie Worsham will perform live atop the float during the parade, bringing Mississippi’s musical heritage to life for millions of viewers.

In true Rose Parade fashion, the details are as impressive as the theme. Kermit the Frog is constructed entirely from split peas, while magnolias, Mississippi’s state flower, are featured throughout the float, symbolizing beauty, growth, and creative expression.

Take a look a the float and what to expect in Charlie Worsham interview from Mississippi's WLOX.

The 137th Rose Parade will be broadcast from live Pasadena, California, New Year’s Day at 11AM EST/ 8AM PSD on NBC. 

Muppet Stuff - UK Exclusive Christmas Unboxing!

In our latest video, I’m diving into a festive haul of UK-exclusive Muppet items from Asda George, along with some brand-new Muppet Christmas Carol goodies you won’t want to miss!

Whether you're here for nostalgia, shopping inspiration, or to see what Disney and the UK retailers have cooked up for Christmas, this video has all the cheer and chaos you'd expect from a Muppet haul!

If you’re a Muppet fan, collector, or just love a bit of Christmas magic, this unboxing is for you.

Be sure to check out more videos on our Youtube Channel.

"The Muppet Show" 50th Anniversary Special Coming Feb 4th!

Good Morning America broke the news this morning that The Muppet Show 50th Anniversary special will air simultaneously on Disney+ and ABC Feb 4th!

The Muppet Show returns Feb. 4 for a triumphant special event on Disney+ and ABC. 

It's The Muppet Show! Kermit, Miss Piggy and the beloved Muppet gang are back with a brand-new special event. Music, comedy, and a whole lot of chaos is bound to ensue when The Muppets once again take the stage of the original Muppet Theatre with their very special guest, Sabrina Carpenter!

Watch the teaser trailer below:

UPDATE:
Here's GMA breaking the news:

Be sure to watch Disney+ and ABC when The Muppet Show 50th Anniversary special airs Feb 4th!

RIP Director Wayne Moss (1954 - 2025)

Sad news as original Fraggle Rock crew member, Wayne Moss has died. 

Moss served as the floor manager for the entire run of the series and directed two episodes during the final season (“Mirror, Mirror” and “The Trial of Cotterpin Doozer”).

Moss appeared briefly on screen in the Fraggle Rock wrap party video, “Fraggles Look for Jobs.”

After Fraggle wrapped, Moss continued to work on Henson projects, including floor managing and directing on The Jim Henson Hour, A Muppet Family Christmas, and the Canadian co-production of Sesame Street (including directing the 1990 special, Basil Hears a Noise). 

He later worked on the non-Henson series Shining Time Station, Grounding Marsh, and The Big Comfy Couch. 

Wayne Moss was 51. 

Muppet Stuff - Celebrating Jim Henson’s Birthday — Part 2!

The celebration continues! In this second installment of our Jim Henson birthday adventure, we dive even deeper into the fun, fandom, and creativity that Jim inspired in all of us. This episode features: The Muppet Vendor Swamp Meet — unique merch, fan creations, collectibles, and surprises around every corner.

Part 2 is all about the community — the fans who keep Jim Henson’s spirit alive through creativity, joy, and pure Muppet-style chaos. If you enjoyed this birthday celebration, hit like, subscribe, and stay tuned for more Henson-inspired adventures and stay tuned for Part 3!

More Info:

The Jim Henson Legacy

Museum of the Moving Image: Celebrating Jim Henson’s Birthday 2025

Be sure to check out more videos on our Youtube Channel.

Watch Miss Piggy & Rowlf at The Game Awards!

Last night Miss Piggy and Rowlf made an appearance at The Game Awards. 

Miss Piggy made two appearances during the ceremony, once with host Geoff Keighley and another later in a "unrehearsed" duet with Rowlf.

You can watch their appearances below:

You can find more information and watch the full stream here. 

"Sesame Street" Officially a Hit on Netflix!

According to a recent post by Sesame Workshop, their recent partnership with Netflix is proving to be a big hit.

Season 56 debuted as the streamer's #1 kids show in the US and regions around the world and new content from the season was streamed more than 9 million times on PBS KIDS platforms. 

Below is the original post.

 

It’s a milestone moment for Sesame Street. Season 56 of Sesame Street debuted last week on Netflix and PBS KIDS and quickly became the #1 kids show on Netflix in the US and regions around the world. In its first week alone, Season 56 content was streamed more than 9 million times on PBS KIDS platforms. 

Writer Emily Horgan underscored that this momentum reflects “deliberate, strategic endeavors to cook up the perfect footprint across the most relevant touchpoints of modern-day preschool audiences.” She further noted that Sesame Street’s approach to Roblox “offers a strong reference point for preschool brands… age-appropriate, safe, and genuinely additive for young audiences rather than purely promotional.” 

From Netflix and PBS KIDS to YouTube and Roblox, thank you for your continued support as we meet kids where they are and advance our mission to help children everywhere grow smarter, stronger, and kinder.

Sesame Street Season 56 is now streaming on Netflix and PBS Kids!

Preorder Boss Fight's Fraggle Rock Action Figures Wave 3!

Boss Fight Studio announced wave 3 of their Fraggle Rock Action Figures is now available to pre-order. 

This wave includes "Cavern of Lost Dreams" Gobo and classic Mokey from the original series. 

Fraggle Rock Deluxe Action Figure: Gobo (The Cavern of Lost Dreams):

GOBO FRAGGLE is an explorer, following in the footsteps of his Uncle Traveling Matt. His adventures take him through the caves and caverns of Fraggle Rock.  Sometimes he encounters places and creatures never seen by any Fraggle before. Other times, he just finds Doozers.

Gobo comes with his backpack, pickaxe, a map, a piece of mushroom Doozer block, Cotterpin Doozer (who can ride on Gobo’s backpack!), Yeaster Doozer, Crusty Doozer, and two Doozer spears. Estimated shipping date Q3 2026.

Fraggle Rock Deluxe Action Figure Classic Mokey:

MOKEY FRAGGLE is dreamy and artistic. She loves to create and cares deeply about the feelings of others. Sometimes she can get too caught up in her own way of doing or seeing things, but she’s always there for her friends when they need her. Although they sometimes seem like polar opposites, she and Red Fraggle are the best of friends. 

Mokey comes with her beloved plant Lanford (with articulated jaw!), cloth robe, two versions of her necklace, a radish sack, two alternate heads and one set of alternate hands. Estimated shipping date Q3 2026.

 

You can pre-order both now from Boss Fight Studio:

AppleTV Debuts "The First Snow of Fraggle Rock" Trailer!

AppleTV released the trailer for their upcoming Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock special, "The First Snow of Fraggle Rock" !

The Fraggles eagerly await the first snow of the season and all the traditions it brings, but when only a single snowflake arrives and Gobo can’t write the yearly holiday song everyone is expecting, the season is thrown off course. For the first time ever, Gobo journeys to the human world — or as the Fraggles refer to it: Outer Space — to find some unexpected musical inspiration.

And in another first, back at the Gorgs’ castle, Junior is overwhelmed by the arrival of a new baby Gorg joining the family. This holiday season, the Fraggles and Gorgs learn that beautiful moments aren’t always perfect — but they can be as unique and memorable as snowflakes.

 

The First Snow of Fraggle Rock premieres Friday, December 5 on Apple TV. 

Muppet Stuff - Celebrating Jim Henson’s Birthday — Part 1!

Join me on a special Jim Henson–themed adventure through New York City as we honor the legacy of one of the greatest creative minds of all time.

In this first part of the celebration, we explore: 

• A walking tour through NYC highlighting iconic spots connected to Jim Henson and his work. 
  
  
• Inside the historic Henson Carriage House, where creativity and puppetry history come alive. 
  
  
• Screenings at the Museum of the Moving Image, featuring the fan-voted 70 Greatest Henson Moments — from The Muppets to Sesame Street, Fraggle Rock, and beyond! 
  
  
• Plus even more surprises for Henson fans.

Whether you grew up with the Muppets or are discovering Henson’s magic for the first time, this video is a heartfelt tribute to his vision, creativity, and sense of joy. 

More Info:

The Jim Henson Legacy

Museum of the Moving Image: Celebrating Jim Henson’s Birthday 2025

Unfortunately, during the making of this video it was revealed that Rob Lake Magic Featuring Special guests The Muppets would close early. You can read our review of the show here: 

Be sure to check out more videos on our Youtube Channel.

Sabrina Carpenter 'Arrests' Miss Piggy!

Last night Sabrina Carpenter "arrested" Miss Piggy during her Short n’ Sweet Tour!

Carpenter wrapped up the final show of a six-night sold out run in Los Angeles by "arresting" Miss Piggy (with the help of Bobo The Bear) for being too hot.

For those unaware, during each show, Sabrina “arrests” a different guest, and there have been many big stars who've taken part including Anne Hathaway, Dakota and Elle Fanning, Nicole Kidman, and Maya Rudolph.

You can watch the arresting situation below:

This comes after Sabrina filmed a 50th anniversary special episode of The Muppet Show schedule to premiere next year on Disney+. 

"Muppets Noir" Comic Coming Feb 2026!

The Muppets are getting a new comic next year with the help of Roger Langridge who helped bring our favorite friends back to comic panels a decade ago. 

Muppets Nior brings us a 1920s vibe and will be published by Dynamite Comics, marking the third publisher after Marvel and Boom, Langridge's has worked with on Muppet comics 

MUPPETS NOIR #1

IT WAS A DARK AND FROGGY EVENING!

It's time to cue the music; it's time to dim the lights! It's time to get things started as the Muppets return tonight!

The show is about to begin at the famous Muppet Theatre, and the regular pre-curtain chaos has the troupe's stalwart MC, Kermit the Frog, coming apart at the seams. In an attempt to de-stress, he settles down to read a few pages of a favorite old detective novel — only to get kayoed by an errant brick to the bean, leaving him laid out backstage as his co-stars try to coax him back to consciousness.

But unbeknownst to them, Kermit has taken up the hard-boiled mantle of his fictional hero to walk the darkened streets of Dreamland, righting wrongs and cracking cases under the concealing cover of night. Flip Minnow, P.I., has no time for song and dance — not if he's going to solve the baffling mystery of the Snoozing Sleuth!

The issue is 32pgs, rated teen and will retail for $4.99.

There will be multiple covers by Roger Langridge, Declan Shalvey, and Blank version, as well as premium Deluxe Mystery Blind Bag ($15.99) and Roger Langridge Metal ($100) versions.

"Muppets Noir" hits local comic shop in February 2026. 

New "Sesame Street" Holiday Special, "Elmo & Mark Rober’s Merry Giftmas" Coming to Netflix!

Netflix announced a brand new Sesame Street holiday special, Elmo & Mark Rober’s Merry Giftmas will premiere on the streamer next month. 

Elmo & Mark Rober’s Merry Giftmas features Elmo teaming up with NASA-trained engineer, Rober to make presents for a gift exchange — while learning about science and the importance of friends during the holiday season. 

At Sesame Street, we love teaming up with like-minded partners to spark curiosity and inspire playful learning,” said Kay Wilson Stallings, Executive Vice President, Chief Creative Development & Production Officer, Sesame Workshop. “Collaborating with NASA-trained engineer Mark Rober, Elmo and friends explore relatable science concepts in a festive Netflix holiday special, making an unforgettable experience for the whole family.”

“Teaming up with Elmo and the Sesame Street Muppets is pretty much a childhood dream come true and while viewers might not make a snowball throwing robot exactly like Abby and me, it’s proof that with a little imagination and creativity, you could make anything you can dream up.” said Rober.

The new season of Sesame Street is now streaming on Netflix as well as Mark Rober’s CrunchLabs, which highlights the engineer’s viral science and DIY videos. 

Elmo & Mark Rober’s Merry Giftmas premieres Dec. 8 with three new original songs: “Merry Giftmas,” “Failure is Awesome,” and “The Best Christmas Gift is You.”

Sesame Street Season 56 is now streaming on Netflix and PBS Kids!

Fraggle Rock: A Space-y Adventure Coming to The Kennedy Space Center!

The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex and The Jim Henson Company announced Fraggle Rock: A Space-y Adventure, a new, original live show debuting Monday, December 22 at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. 

Fraggle Rock: A Space-y Adventure, a new, original live show debuting Monday, December 22 at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. The exciting, on-stage adventure will bring Jim Henson’s Emmy® Award-winning Fraggles face-to-face with NASA’s real-life space explorers.

In this first-of-its-kind collaboration, the beloved Fraggles venture from their magical underground caves on a journey to discover the wonders of today’s NASA. Following a mysterious postcard all the way to Florida’s Space Coast, Gobo, Red, and making his live stage debut, Uncle Travelling Matt, arrive at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex and meet a member of the Exploration Ground Systems crew, who is essential to every NASA mission. Together, they embark on a musical, comedic quest to learn about NASA’s Artemis missions and humanity’s next giant leap to the Moon, even talking with a real astronaut from the International Space Station.

“Fraggle Rock: A Space-y Adventure celebrates the joy of discovery and the spirit of curiosity that has always defined the NASA story we share here at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex,” said Therrin Protze, COO, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. “We’re honored to partner with The Jim Henson Company, known for its innovation, imagination and storytelling for young audiences and families, to create a show that will inspire dreamers of all ages to look up, explore, and picture their own place among the stars.”

“Families are in for a real treat when the magic and wonder of Fraggle Rock arrives at the legendary Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. Fans of all ages will be able to see Uncle Travelling Matt, Red, Gobo and Cotterpin Doozer live and in person,” said John Tartaglia, the new stage show’s director, writer, and choreographer, and The Jim Henson Company’s Creative Supervisor for Fraggle Rock. “Fraggle Rock has always embraced the idea that anything is possible when we work together and celebrate our interconnected world, and NASA is such an incredible example of that idea. With our Fraggles and Doozers meeting new friends from NASA, there will be music, comedy, and so much to explore!”

The production features full-body costumed “walkaround” versions of the Fraggles and puppet versions of the Doozers all crafted by the award-winning Jim Henson’s Creature Shop™. Through laughter, music, and physical comedy, the new production blends Henson’s timeless storytelling and artistry with the awe-inspiring science of space exploration. Audiences will learn that everyone, no matter how big or small, can make a difference in the universe.

Included with admission, Fraggle Rock: A Space-y Adventure will be performed twice daily at 12:30 p.m. and 1:45 p.m. in the Universe Theater at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex.

Throughout Holidays in Space, December 21-30 (closed December 25), the visitor complex will also host a special character breakfast featuring the stars of Fraggle Rock: A Space-y Adventure, offering guests an unforgettable opportunity to meet favorite Fraggles up close, enjoy themed menu items, and capture out-of-this-world holiday memories.

Fraggle Rock: A Space-y Adventure is written, choreographed, and directed by John Tartaglia (Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock). The production is produced and designed by The Producers Group in association with The Jim Henson Company and in partnership with Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. For more information, visit 

http://www.kennedyspacecenter.com.

Sesame and Henson Nominated for Children’s & Family Emmys!

The nominees for this year's Children’s & Family Emmy awards have been announced and Sesame Street is up for several awards including Outstanding Preschool, Children’s or Family Viewing Series as well as the Jim Henson Company up for Outstanding Preschool, Children’s or Family Viewing Series and Outstanding Fiction Special.

Below are the categories Sesame Street and the Jim Henson Company are nominated in:

Outstanding Preschool, Children’s or Family Viewing Series

Jane
Apple TV+ (Sinking Ship Entertainment)

Kids Baking Championship
Food Network (Sonic Dog)

Ms. Rachel
Ms. Rachel – Toddler Learning Videos YouTube Channel (Songs For Littles, LLC/Lifeboat Productions)

Odd Squad
PBS Kids (Sinking Ship Entertainment/BBC Studios/Fred Rogers Productions)

Sesame Street
HBO Max (Sesame Workshop)

Outstanding Fiction Special
Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Road Trip
Disney+

Descendants: The Rise of Red
Disney+ (Disney Branded Television)

Girl Haunts Boy
Fifth Season (Wonder Worldwide)

Henry Danger: The Movie
Nickelodeon


Outstanding Short Form Live Action Program

Andrew Garfield and Elmo Explain Grief
Sesame Workshop YouTube Channel

Girls’ Voices Now
Here TV

My Way
PBS Kids (Fred Rogers Productions)

Together We Can
PBS Kids (Sesame Workshop)


Outstanding Puppetry Performer

Leslie Carrara-Rudolph as Abby Cadabby & Tango
Sesame Street
HBO Max (Sesame Workshop)

Frankie Cordero as Purple Panda, Turtle-Lou & Penguin Referee
Donkey Hodie
PBS Kids (Fred Rogers Productions/Spiffy Pictures)

Stephanie D’Abruzzo as Duck Duck, Harriett Elizabeth Cow, Mama Panda & Doc Skunk
Donkey Hodie
PBS Kids (Fred Rogers Productions/Spiffy Pictures)

Ryan Dillon as Elmo & Felix
Sesame Street
HBO Max (Sesame Workshop)

Carmen Osbahr as Rosita
Sesame Street
HBO Max (Sesame Workshop)

Outstanding Children’s Personality

Tabitha Brown
Tab Time
Tab Time YouTube Channel (Kids At Play)

Yvette Nicole Brown
Cookie Monster’s Bake Sale: Block Party
HBO Max (Sesame Workshop/RIVR)

Perdita Felicien
All-Round Champion
BYUtv (Blue Ant Studios)

Alia Pope
Chip Kids
East Tennessee PBS YouTube Channel (East Tennessee PBS)

June Squibb
Storyline Online
Storyline Online YouTube Channel (The Story Garage)

Outstanding Directing for a Live Action Series

The Chamber
Malory Towers
BYUtv (King Bert Productions)

Journey
Heartstopper
Netflix (See-Saw Films)

Kevin Haddock
Time Bandits
Apple TV+ (Paramount Television Studios/Anonymous Content/MRC Productions)

Love in the Forest
A Real Bug’s Life
National Geographic (Plimsoll Productions)

Stay Out of the Basement, Part I
Goosebumps: The Vanishing
Disney+ (Sony Pictures Television)

This Could Be a Real Adventure
Star Wars: Skeleton Crew
Disney+ (Lucasfilm Ltd.)

A Trip to the Moon
Sesame Street
HBO Max (Sesame Workshop)

Outstanding Cinematography and Technical Arts for a Multiple Camera Live Action Program

Happy Trails
Bunk’d: Learning the Ropes
Disney+ I Disney Channel

Nigh is Now
Wizards Beyond Waverly Place
Disney+/Disney Channel (Entertainment Force/Potato Monkey Productions)

A Trip to the Moon
Sesame Street
HBO Max (Sesame Workshop)

Outstanding Editing for a Preschool or Children’s Live Action Program

Abby Taps into Kindness
Sesame Street
HBO Max (Sesame Workshop)

Love in the Forest
A Real Bug’s Life
National Geographic (Plimsoll Productions)

Pan troglodytes
Jane
Apple TV+ (Sinking Ship Entertainment)

People We Care About
Secrets at Red Rocks
BYUtv (Libertine Pictures)

The Primrose Railway Children
BYUtv (BBC Studios)


Outstanding Original Song for a Preschool Program

“Grow Your World”
Rise Up, Sing Out
Disney+/Disney Jr.

“I’m on My Way”
Acoustic Rooster and His Barnyard Band
PBS Kids (GBH Kids/Global Mechanic)

“I Want to Go Home”
Kindergarten: The Musical!
Disney+ I Disney Jr. (Oddbot Inc)

“Music, Music”
Sesame Street
HBO Max (Sesame Workshop)

“One Colorful Ocean”
Disney Jr.’s Ariel
Disney+ I Disney Jr. (Wild Canary)

“The Show Will Go On”
RoboGobo
Disney+/Disney Jr. (Brown Bag Films)

You can view the entire list of nominees here.

Winners will be announced during the 2025 Children’s & Family Emmy ceremony March 1 and 2, which will be held in New York City for the first time, at Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Frederick P. Rose Hall. 

Winners in the Juried Individual Achievement in Animation categories will be announced early next year, as will the Lifetime Achievement honoree and ceremony host and presenters.

Muppet Stuff - South Mall Toy Show Cast & The Museum of Cast & Crew Jackets!

Join us as I look for Muppets at the South Mall Toy Show and take a nostalgic tour through The Museum of Cast & Crew Jackets at the incredible Rascal Salvage Vintage! 

From rare vintage jackets worn by film and TV crews, to retro toys that’ll take you straight back to your childhood — this video is packed with history, style, and pure nostalgia. Whether you're a vintage collector, toy enthusiast, or pop culture lover, there’s something here for you.

More Info: 

South Mall: https://www.shopsouthmall.com/ 

Attic Mice 2: https://www.facebook.com/ATTICMICE2/

Rascal Salvage Vintage: https://www.rascalsalvagevintage.com/
The Crew Jacket Museum: https://www.castandcrewjackets.com/

Be sure to check out more videos on our Youtube Channel.

Breaking News: "Rob Lake Magic With Special Guests the Muppets" Closing THIS WEEKEND!

In a truly shocking turn of events, Rob Lake Magic With Special Guests the Muppets will close it's run early.

According to Theater Mania and Broadway World, Rob Lake Magic With Special Guests the Muppets will end its run at the Broadhurst Theatre this Sunday, November 16 after 20 previews and only four regular performances. The run was originally scheduled to conclude January 18.

Starring magician Rob Lake, the show also featured Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, Fozzie, and Gonzo, with Animal and Rowlf having cameo appearances, with a nightly special guest star  as well.

Official reviews of the show don't officially even come out till November 14. 

I'm glad we got to see the show and you can read our review here.

Fans have till Sunday to see Rob Lake Magic With Special Guests the Muppets before the show disappears. 

Tickets and information here.