Muppets

Grover, pictured on "Sesame Street" in 2011, announced on Monday that one of his many jobs is in journalism. The social media response underscored the precarious state of the industry.

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Grover the Muppet says he's a reporter. Not for long, joke his beleaguered peers

5:32pm February 13, 2024

by Rachel Treisman

"As a news reporter ... I am confident to report that you are so special and amazing," Grover tweeted. Some responded with jokes about him getting laid off, a common occurrence in today's media world.

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After 27 Years, Kermit The Frog Is Getting A New Voice

2:55pm July 11, 2017

by Colin Dwyer

Puppeteer Steve Whitmire has voiced the iconic star of the Muppets since 1990, when he took over after show creator Jim Henson's death. Now, longtime Muppets veteran Matt Vogel is assuming the mantle.

Julia (center) first appeared online and in printed materials as a part of Sesame Street's See Amazing in all Children initiative. She'll now appear on TV as well. From left, Elmo, Alan Muraoka, Julia, Abby Cadabby and Big Bird.

Julia, A Muppet With Autism, Joins The Cast Of 'Sesame Street'

12:14pm March 20, 2017

by David Folkenflik

Julia has bright red hair, big green eyes and she loves to draw. She can be a little shy, but Elmo and Abby Cadabby don't mind. She's voiced by Stacey Gordon, whose son is on the autism spectrum, too.

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Love Is Dead: Ms. Piggy And Kermit Call It Quits

8:35am August 05, 2015

Despite the end of their tempestuous 30-year relationship, the Hollywood power couple will continue to work together on the new prime-time Muppets show.

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Kermit the Frog speaks to Gonzo the Great in a scene from ABC's The Muppets.

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ABC Brings Muppets Back To Prime Time As News Emerges About Fall Shows

6:21pm May 08, 2015

by Eric Deggans

TV networks officially reveal fall schedules next week, but word has already spread on some new shows and cancellations. NPR TV Critic Eric Deggans says early trends include more diversity, big names.

Raya might tickle Elmo with toilet paper if he doesn't use it properly.

Raya The Muppet Talks About Poop And Is Proud Of It

2:19pm October 01, 2014

by Linda Poon

She's an aquamarine puppet with a mission: Stop the practice of open defecation. That's a tall order for a 6-year-old Muppet. But she's up for the job: "Let's face it. We all got to go."