The Muppets are among the most beloved characters in the entertainment world. The Swedish Chef was unique from the moment he first arrived on the scene.

Lars Backman says he is the real-life model for "The Muppets," Swedish Chef. RATTVIK, Sweden, Aug. 6, 2009 — -- ABBA, Alfred Nobel, Bjorn Borg, Greta Garbo -- Sweden has many famous faces. But ...

Magnus Nilsson is preaching to the choir as he sings the praises of baking to a Minnesota audience. This is, after all, the home of flour companies and a butter cooperative. It's the birthplace of the ...

Fans of The Muppets who adored the Swedish Chef from their childhood days were in for quite the surprise recently. Known for his "Bork, bork, bork" catchphrase and gibberish-laden cooking ...