Jim Henson

This report was brought to us by ToughPigs friend Michael Kirk Lane. Full disclosure that this writer had the privilege of working alongside Frith and Mullen, to catalog nearly 600 pieces of Frith’s artwork that were considered for the exhibition. Said Lane, “What a blessing it was to spend hours in their New York home…

  Jim Henson’s Fraggle Rock originally premiered in 1983, launching a whole new world filled with Henson characters that were specifically created to entertain a global audience. For decades, Fraggle Rock has maintained its ambitious goal of inspiring world peace by fostering an appreciation for diversity, empathy, and community. The starring group of furry, fun-loving,…

Disney has announced a revival special of The Muppet Show, set to premiere on Disney+ in 2026 in celebration of the original series’ 50th anniversary. The one-off special will bring the Muppets back to Muppet Theatre to produce a variety show. While it is not yet a full series, Disney said it could act as…

By George Marston Marvel Comics celebrates 70 years of the Muppets by turning them into superheroes The Muppets turn 70 years old in 2025, having originated in Jim Henson’s first puppet show Sam and Friends all the way back in 1955. In the decades since, the beloved characters have taken on too many roles to…

  After delighting millions since its debut in May 1991, Muppet*Vision 3D has officially closed at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The attraction, Jim Henson’s final creative project, offered a whimsical blend of 3D film, in‑the‑ater “4D” effects, animatronics, and live performances. Its farewell marked the end of an era for fans of Henson’s iconic characters. Historic…

A little green frog with deep roots in our small Delta town recently delivered a big message to college graduates on a national stage. Kermit the Frog, the beloved Muppet created by Leland native Jim Henson, gave the commencement address at the University of Maryland on May 22. With his signature charm and wit, Kermit…

By Keri Baldwin I recently had the pleasure of speaking with Fred Buchholz, once a colleague of Jim Henson, as he was passing through Leland. He was travelling from Santa Cruz, California, back home to New York in a vintage camper. Originally from the Washington, D.C. area, he worked in the theater there and then…

By Carole Kelly A guest appearance by a well-known Muppet brought smiles to members of the Clinton Study Club when Roland Roberts discussed the life of James Maury “Jim” Henson, American puppeteer. The presentation is the eighth in the club year’s “Mississippi celebrities” theme. Roberts introduced the subject by sharing a history of puppetry, noting…

  The Jim Henson Company, established global leader in family entertainment, has brought on Bryan O’Connell as Vice President of Children’s Television. The seasoned executive, who most recently served as Director of Development at Disney Jr., will oversee the creative development of a robust slate of children’s animated and live-action shows including The Kissing Hand…

Award-Winning TV Showrunner Will Write and Executive Produce New Series, Including Jim Henson’s Wowsabout!, the Company’s Next Big Puppet Preschool Franchise Halle Stanford, the Emmy Award®-winning longtime President of Television for The Jim Henson Company, is relaunching her company, 7 Crow Stories, as she embarks on an exciting new chapter in her career as an…