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Mickey Mouse

Mickey Mouse is an cartoon character co-created in 1928 by Walt Disney and Ub Iwerks.

Spider-Ham

Spider-Ham (Peter Porker) is a superhero appearing in Marvel Comics. The character is an anthropomorphic pig and is a parody version of Spider-Man. He was created by Larry Hama, Tom DeFalco, and Mark Armstrong.

KENEDA

Kaneda, the leader of a motorcycle gang in Katsuhiro Otomo’s classic anime feature AKIRA (1988).

Daffy Duck

Daffy Duck was created by Tex Avery for Leon Schlesinger Productions. He has appeared in cartoon series such as Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies, in which he is usually depicted as a foil for either Bugs Bunny, Porky Pig, or Speedy Gonzales.

Jerry Beck

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Writer, cartoon producer and author of more than 15 books on animation history. A former studio exec with Nickelodeon and Disney; currently on the faculty at both CalArts in Valencia and Woodbury University in Burbank, California.
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Cardsmiths is turning on the spotlight with the launch of exclusive Betty Boop Then & Now Series 1 Trading Cards, a collection honoring the beloved icon across the decades. Spanning nearly a century of showstopping styles, the release celebrates Betty Boop’s remarkable evolution through vintage-inspired artwork and modern interpretations. From her debut as the glamorous flapper […]

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D23: Incredible Programming lineup for August 15-17 Event in Anaheim

Today, Disney announced a spectacular slate of programming happening during D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event presented by Visa, the highly anticipated event coming to Anaheim, California on August 14, 15, and 16, 2026.
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