Mickey Mouse turns 80 today

Wednesday, November 19, 2008 at 5:11 am

Mickey Mouse celebrates his 80th birthday on Tuesday (November 18, 2008). The iconic cartoon character, whose look has evolved through the years, is still the enduring symbol of the Disney brand. Co-created by Walt himself, and originally named Mortimer, Mickey first graced the silver screen in 1928 “Steamboat Willie” where his profile and personality were decidedly more rat-like than the lovable mouse of today.

In the years that followed, Mickey would stay busy, starring in feature films and on television, enjoying a cult following through the Mickey Mouse Club and overseeing the development of the Disney brand, which includes films, networks and theme parks. It would be remiss also not to mention Mickey’s long running romance with Minnie, a rarity in Hollywood.

While Mickey may live in Fantasyland, the reality is that without him, the Disney story would be far different. Walt created Mickey during a difficult time when he was the head of a struggling two man studio. The enduring success of the little mouse that could change all that and the rest is history. And for that we say happy 80th birthday!!! Why?, because we love you!!!

(With inputs from agencies)

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Mickey Mouse turns 80 today

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