1961

Special more stuff debuted.

Appearances

 * The Muppets appear on The Today Show. (June 5)

Commercials

 * Donovan Coffee Company
 * Frank's Beverages

Behind the Scenes

 * Jerry Juhl joins Muppets, Inc.
 * Bernie Brillstein becomes the agent for the Muppets.

People

 * Cheryl Henson is born, August 7
 * Noel MacNeal is born, September 15