When I was a kid, one of my favorite shows was The Muppet Show, and now that I am an adult, one of my favorite shows is 30 Rock.

Coincidence?

Brian Lynch, blogger and screenwriter, thinks not. Check out the piece "30 Rock Is a Rip-Off of The Muppet Show" on his blog. When you think about it, it makes perfect sense.

Liz Lemon = Kermit the Frog
Tracy Jordan = Gonzo

And remember this?

Lynch makes a pretty compelling case. Read it here.