Rudolf Nureyev bluntly flirted with puppeteer Richard Hunt on set.
Rudolf Nureyev's appearance in this series is considered the moment when the series hit the big time in popularity. The publicity of the renowned ballet dancer appearing in such a bizarre show quickly made it one of the most desired television show to appear in for any celebrity. Indeed ever since then, one of the true signs of stardom in Western media has been being invited to perform with the Muppets.