Robin (Muppet)

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Robin, sometimes known as "Robin the Frog" is a Muppet, created by Jim Henson and performed by Jerry Nelson. He is the nephew of Kermit the Frog.

Robin was a recurring guest of his uncle Kermit at the theatre in which The Muppet Show took place. Notable appearances include a duet with monster Sweetums and nearly being cooked by the Swedish Chef. He also sang a song in the first season, "Halfway Down the Stairs", a poem by A.A. Milne set to music. A recording of this song reached the Top Ten in the UK. In a second season episode, when expected to sing a song entitled "I'm Five", Robin threatens to call his lawyer. Kermit counters by threatening to call Robin's father. Robin immediately sits down to learn the song.

Robin made several appearances in the animated Muppet Babies series. He first arrived as a tadpole to meet his Uncle Kermit during the first season. Occasionally the two would visit each other, usually with Robin escaping his bowl.Robin was voiced by Russi Taylor who also voiced Baby Gonzo.

In The Muppet Movie, Robin accompanies uncle Kermit to the theatre to watch the premiere of the movie. When Robin asks, "Is this really the story of how the Muppets got started?" Kermit tells him that it is "kind of approximately how it happened."

Robin plays the title character in the Muppets' adaptation of The Frog Prince, as well as Tiny Tim in the feature film The Muppet Christmas Carol.

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