Overview
- The new owners say operations will continue without interruption, with infrastructure upgrades and expanded services planned in 2026.
- The statue of Kermit the Frog dressed as Chaplin has been removed for transfer to the Center for Puppetry Arts in Atlanta.
- Trade reporting places the purchase at about $44 million, with additional renovation work already underway.
- The site returns to its original identity dating to 1917 and is known for the A&M Records era and the “We Are the World” session in Studio A.
- During earlier sale speculation, a Henson family spokesperson denied any involvement or consideration of the Church of Scientology as a buyer.