The Muppets are getting another friend! Today,Varietyannounced thatSmart GuystarTahj Mowrywas tapped to co-lead in Disney+’s upcoming series,The Muppets Mayhem. Mowry will join the live-action cast alongside the previously announcedLilly Singh,who will star in the toe-tapping show.
Mowry signs on as music aficionado Gary “Moog” Moogowski, who acts as a “Deadhead” to the Muppet band and follows them along on the road, never missing a live performance. With a name that is no doubt paying homage to the famous synthesizer and electronic instrument company, Moog is sure to be an asset to the band as they take on the world. Knowing everything about the musicians also has its perks for Moog, who has a crush on Singh’s character, Nora. Hoping to get closer to the musician’s manager, Moog will use his in depth knowledge of all things The Electric Mayhem Band to give Nora tips and tricks on how to handle the sometimes out of control performers. By stepping up to the challenge, Moog is hoping to grow the pair’s friendship into something more.
The Muppets Mayhemwill center around the eponymous group, The Electric Mayhem Band, as they strike out to record their debut album. The band is made up of vocalist and keyboard player Dr. Teeth, singer and bassist Floyd Pepper, lead guitarist and singer Janice, saxophonist Zoot, trumpet blower Lips, and — of course — the wild Animal on the drums.
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Perhaps best known for his leading role onSmart Guy, Mowry is the perfect choice for the part of Moog in The Muppets' newest venture. Already having a draw within the millennial community, the actor is sure to bring in a wider audience for the Disney+ series, particularly those watching the show with a younger generation. Those early fans of Mowry’s will also remember him from the seriesSister, Sisterwhere he appeared alongside his real life sisters,TiaandTamara Mowry.In more recent years, Mowry starred in Freeform’s comedy seriesBaby Daddy,which ran from 2012-2017.
As forThe Muppets Mayhem, the series was initially announced back in March and hails fromAdam F. Goldberg, who also created the ABC hit sitcomThe Goldbergs. Along with longtime Muppets creativesBill BarrettaandJeff Yorkes, Goldberg shaped the newest rockin’ installment in the long-running fan favorite franchise.
With the newest casting announcement surroundingThe Muppets Mayhem, fans can expect some great live-action acting paired with the longstanding talent of The Electric Mayhem Band. A release date for the series has not been announced at this time.
