Sesame Street, The Muppets, and Fraggles Come Together for a Very Special Day – Happy Birthday Jim Henson. Today, September 24, we celebrate the life and legacy of Jim Henson, the visionary puppeteer and creator behind beloved characters like Kermit the Frog, Oscar The Grouch, and Gobo Fraggle.
Henson’s imagination and creativity brought joy to millions around the world. His work continues to inspire and entertain people of all ages. Before we get all mushy, we just want to say Happy Birthday Jim, although you may not be here with us, your indelible spirit lives on. I say we get together and Muppet Man then make a toast! To Jim, you gave me time with my family, you gave me memories, and you entertained us. Thank you!
Sesame Street, The Muppets, and Fraggle Rock Instagram all shared a wonderful tribute today, you can watch below. “Join Kermit the Frog, Oscar the Grouch, and Gobo Fraggle as they celebrate Jim Henson, the man who inspired the lovers, the dreamers, and all of us to come and play, and dance our cares away. Happy Birthday, Jim! #JimHenson #JimHensonBirthday“
Jim would have been 88 years old today. But we won’t dwell on that, for today, as Kermit says in the video “Today is a day about Creativity, it is everywhere ya know? Imagination, Innovation, … vegetation.” He goes on to say “It’s just a really…” “Special Day” Gobo Fraggle finishes.
