20 Things You Didn’t Know About Mickey Mouse
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- December 10, 2016
- 3:00 pm
Quick facts you didn’t know about Walt Disney’s favorite cartoon character, Mickey Mouse.
On November 18, 1928, Mickey Mouse turned 88-years-old, and he is one of the most popular cartoon characters of all time. The lovable mouse was created by Walt Disney, and since his first debut on the big screen, the world fell in love with him. But how much do we really know about Mickey? Besides the fact that he doesn’t look a day over 21, Mickey has a lot of hidden facts that even the most avid Disney lover probably isn’t aware of.
What were Mickey Mouse’s first words in a cartoon and in which cartoon did he say them?
Mickey Mouse is one of the most iconic cartoon characters in history. From his debut in Steamboat Willie in 1928 to the present day, Mickey has captured the hearts of people around the world. While many people know the basics about Mickey Mouse, here are 20 things you may not know about this beloved character.
1. Mickey was created by Walt Disney and Ub Iwerks. Walt came up with the idea for the character and Ub Iwerks brought him to life.
2. Mickey was originally going to be named Mortimer, but Walt Disney’s wife, Lillian, suggested the name Mickey instead.
3. Mickey’s first appearance in a cartoon was in Steamboat Willie on November 18, 1928.
4. Mickey’s first words were “Hot dogs!” in the cartoon The Karnival Kid in 1929.
5. In the early cartoons, Mickey was drawn with a more realistic appearance, but gradually became more cartoony.
6. Mickey’s signature white gloves were added to help make his hands more visible on screen.
7. Walt Disney originally voiced Mickey, but after a while, he found it difficult to do both the voice and the animation at the same time.
8. There are many different versions of Mickey around the world. For example, in Japan, he is known as “Mickey-sensei,” which means “teacher Mickey.”
9. Mickey has appeared in over 130 films, including feature films, television shows, and commercials.
10. In 1932, Mickey received his first Academy Award for the short film Flowers and Trees.
11. Mickey was the first cartoon character to have a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
12. Mickey’s first comic strip appearance was in 1930.
13. Mickey was almost retired in the 1950s because of declining popularity, but a resurgence in the 1980s brought him back into the spotlight.
14. Mickey’s famous ears were originally designed so that they would move around depending on his mood.
15. Mickey has his own theme park, Mickey’s Toontown, at Disneyland in California.
16. Mickey has been voiced by four main voice actors: Walt Disney, Jimmy MacDonald, Wayne Allwine, and Bret Iwan.
17. Mickey’s full name is Michael Theodore Mouse.
18. In 1940, Mickey starred in the first-ever feature-length animated film, Fantasia.
19. Mickey’s girlfriend is Minnie Mouse. They first appeared together in the cartoon Plane Crazy in 1928.
20. Mickey has become a cultural icon, appearing on countless merchandise and in pop culture references.
In conclusion, Mickey Mouse has a rich history and has played an important part in the development of animation and popular culture. Whether you’ve been a fan for years or are just discovering him now, Mickey’s charm and personality continue to captivate people of all ages.
