The program was a tribute to Muppet creator Jim Henson, who had died earlier in 1990 due to toxic shock syndrome caused by a streptococcus infection, and featured characters from The …

This one-hour special, "a tribute to a man and his imagination," celebrates the life and career of Jim Henson.

The plot revolves around The Muppets getting a letter from Kermit, who's away traveling, asking them to put on a production number that would be a tribute to a man named Jim Henson.

Jul 13, 2020 · The special includes appearances by several of Jim’s friends and collaborators, each sharing personal stories and tributes. Carol Burnett, Ray Charles, John Denver, Steven …

The Muppets Celebrate Jim Henson aired on CBS on November 21, 1990. This one-hour special, "a tribute to a man and his imagination," celebrates the life and career of Jim Henson. The …

Jim Henson's classic Muppets put on a tribute to their creator, but also ponder the question: Who was he? To help them figure that out are some of Jim's human friends, as well as some rare …

Following the death of Jim Henson, two distinct memorial services were held, both of which featured Muppet performances. The two events have often been conflated with each other.

In this television special the Muppets pay tribute to the Muppet Man and my life-long mentor and inspiration, Jim Henson. For anyone who remembers the old Muppets and for anyone who …

Nov 21, 1990 · This special, "a tribute to a man and his imagination," celebrates the life and career of Jim Henson -- best known for his creation of the Muppets -- following his death in 1990.

Sep 24, 2024 · It’s a very special day in the world of The Muppets, as they have shared a video honoring and celebrating their creator, the late Jim Henson on his birthday.