Rowlf the Dog facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Rowlf the Dog
The Muppets character
First appearance	Various Purina dog food commercials (1962)
Created by	Jim Henson
Portrayed by	Jim Henson (1962–1990) Bill Barretta (1996–present)
Voiced by	Katie Leigh (Muppet Babies) Matt Danner (Muppet Babies 2018 revival)
Information
Species	Dog
Gender	Male

Rowlf the Dog is a very well-known Muppet character. He is a scruffy brown dog with long, floppy ears and a round black nose. No one knows his exact dog breed. Jim Henson, the amazing creator of the Muppets, made Rowlf and was his first performer.

Rowlf is the main piano player at the Muppet Theatre. He is also one of the most important characters on the show. Rowlf is usually calm and likes to tell jokes. His humor is often "deadpan," meaning he says funny things with a very serious face. He rarely gets upset, even when things get crazy around him. Rowlf is easygoing and loves classical music, especially music by Beethoven. He also enjoys musicals. Many people believe that Rowlf is the Muppet most like Jim Henson in real life.

Who is Rowlf the Dog?

Rowlf is a friendly, brown dog Muppet. He has a distinctive black nose and long, floppy ears. He is known for his calm and relaxed personality. Unlike many other Muppets, Rowlf stays cool even when things are chaotic. He often makes witty comments. These comments are usually delivered in a very serious way. This style of humor is called "deadpan."

Rowlf's Role in The Muppets

Rowlf is the resident pianist for the Muppet Theatre. He often plays the piano during sketches and songs. He is a key member of the Muppet cast. His love for classical music is a big part of his character. He is especially fond of the composer Beethoven. Rowlf also enjoys different kinds of musicals.

Rowlf's Personality and Humor

Rowlf is known for being very easygoing. He is rarely bothered by the wild events around him. His humor is a big part of his charm. He delivers jokes with a straight face. This makes his funny lines even more surprising. He is a calm and wise presence among the Muppets.

Rowlf's History and Importance

Many people think Kermit the Frog was the first famous Muppet. However, Rowlf was actually the first Muppet to become a recurring "star." He appeared regularly on The Jimmy Dean Show. His first appearance on that show was on September 26, 1963. This made him a well-known character before many other Muppets became famous.

Rowlf's Creation and Performers

Rowlf was created by Jim Henson. Jim Henson was also the first person to perform Rowlf. He brought the character to life from 1962 until 1990. After Jim Henson passed away, Bill Barretta took over performing Rowlf. Bill Barretta has been Rowlf's performer since 1996. In the Muppet Babies cartoon, Rowlf was voiced by Katie Leigh. In the 2018 Muppet Babies revival, Matt Danner voices him.

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In Spanish: Rowlf el perro para niños