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The history of Kermit the Frog, an American icon

A beloved cultural icon who's bright green? Kermit the Frog is also quintessentially American.

Published May 21, 2026, 8:41 AM

Updated May 21, 2026, 8:51 AM4.8K

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The history of Kermit the Frog, an American icon

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A beloved cultural icon who's bright green? Kermit the Frog is also quintessentially American.

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The history of Kermit the Frog, an American icon

The history of Kermit the Frog, an American icon

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