Nigel Background information Feature films The Muppet Movie The Muppets Television programs The Muppet Show The Jim Henson Hour Video games Park attractions Portrayed by Jim Henson (1975-1976) John Lovelady (1976-1977) Portrayed by Animators Puppeteer Jim Henson Voice Performance model Jim Henson Productions Designer Dave Goelz Inspiration Honors and awards Character information Full name Other names Personality Appearance Birthday Occupation Orchestra conductor, musician, performer Affiliations Goal Home Relatives Pets Allies Kermit the Frog, Rowlf the Dog, Dr. Teeth and the Electric Mayhem, (Animal, Floyd Pepper, Janice, Zoot, Lips), Trumpet Girl, Crazy Harry, Sam the Eagle Minions Enemies Likes Dislikes Powers and abilities Weapons Fate Quote

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Nigel debuted in The Muppet Show: Sex and Violence pilot as the show's host.

For The Muppet Show     proper, Nigel had a less high-profile assignment, conducting the show's orchestra for the entire run of the series. He also appeared onstage from time to time.