a late comer to the Muppet Baby scene, Bean began as a 'real' Muppet on the Muppet segments of the Jim Henson Hour, which aired in the late 80's, just prior to Henson's death. He was quickly brought over to the Muppet Baby universe as a neighbourhood kid who comes over to play every once in a while. He's slightly younger than the other babies (except for Animal). He is slightly obsessed with his own cuteness and has a tendency to speak directly to the audience.