Felix the Cat!
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Felix the Cat is a popular cartoon character created during the silent film era.
During those days, movies only had pictures and music but no talking. That is why they were called ‘silent films.’
But even though there was no sound, Felix became the first cartoon character in history to become very popular.
Fun facts about Felix the Cat!
- Felix was the most famous cartoon character before Mickey Mouse came along.
- Felix is a black cat with a white snout and huge eyes.
- He is famous for his big smile.
- He is quite naughty and clever.
- Felix started losing his popularity when other cartoon characters came along.
- He was the first big balloon to appear in Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade.
- In 1922, the Yankees chose him to be their team mascot.
- Charles Lindbergh brought a Felix doll with him on his historic flight across the Atlantic Ocean.
- But recently, new movies and video games about him have increased his popularity.
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Watch a video
See a video of Felix the Cat below. Video credit: British Pathé/Youtube
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