Seth Rogen and The Muppets Celebrate the Return of "The Muppet Show" at an Intimate Hollywood Party
On Saturday night, the stars gathered The Hollywood Roosevelt to celebrate the return of "The Muppet Show"
The 50th anniversary special of The Muppet Show is almost here! On Saturday night, the Muppets and Seth Rogen were in attendance for an intimate party in Hollywood celebrating the show's return.
What’s Happening:
- Back in 1955, Jim Henson debuted the most iconic puppets that have ever existed.
- The Muppets, which originated as a shortform television series called Sam and Friends, have continued to hold a mainstay in pop culture for over 70 years.
- The Muppet Show, the felt-covered characters’ “big break,” debuted in 1976 and ran through 1981.
- And now, in celebration of the series' 50 year anniversary milestone, Disney is gearing up to honor the project that launched the characters into international fame with a special edition of the variety sketch comedy show.
- Combining pop superstar Sabrina Carpenter and the crew of characters fans know and love, The Muppet Show 50th anniversary special aims to introduce these puppets to an entirely new generation of fans.
- On Saturday, January 31st, The Muppets hosted an intimate party celebrating the return of The Muppet Show at The Hollywood Roosevelt in Los Angeles.
- Check out some exciting photos of the event below!
- A number of celebrity fans were in attendee too, including Danny Trejo, Mae Martin, Lainey Wilson, Sam Richardson, Pamela Adlon, and more.
Read More on The Muppets:
- Ahead of the special's debut, Luke highlights five episodes from the original series you should watch to prepare.
- Late-night television got a visit from everyone’s favorite frog this week when none other than Kermit the Frog hopped onto the stage at Jimmy Kimmel Live!
- New “The Muppets Disney Park Day” pins pair Kermit, Miss Piggy, Gonzo, and more with iconic attractions, this February at Walt Disney World and Disneyland.
- D23 Gold Theater will host a special advance screening of The Muppet Show ahead of its official premiere.
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