November 21, 1990
The Muppets Celebrate Jim Henson is a one-hour special that aired on CBS on November 21, 1990. 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 Muppet Show, Fraggle Rock, and Sesame Street.
It marked Steve Whitmire's first onscreen performance as Kermit the Frog.
Storyline
While The Muppets prepare a tribute to the late Jim Henson, they learn about the life and career of the renowned puppeteer/film maker.
Sound Effects Used
- Hollywoodedge, Fart 2 Short Fart Clos PE139001 (Debut)
- Hollywoodedge, Fart 4 Very Short High PE139201 (Debut)
- Hollywoodedge, Wood Door OCKnob Ratt PE180201