Muppet History was a bright spot online — now it’s embroiled in a sexual harassment scandal

/ Muppet History, a viral account sharing Muppets-related memes and content, is accused of sending unwanted sexual messages to other fans.

By Mia Sato, platforms and communities reporter with five years of experience covering the companies that shape technology and the people who use their tools.

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For years, a fan-run account called Muppet History has been central to the Muppets fandom. It shared little-known facts, memes, and wholesome messages, amassing half a million followers on Instagram and more than 280,000 on X. Publicly, it was a wholesome and sweet platform, a passion project that took off. It became an unofficial ambassador

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