Droopy

Droopy dog

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Droopy

Droopy
Droopy character
First appearance	Dumb-Hounded (1943)
Last appearance
Created by	Tex Avery
Voiced by	Bill Thompson (original)
In-universe information
Species	Dog
Gender	Male
Nationality	American

Droopy is an animated cartoon character, an anthropomorphic dog with a droopy face, hence his name. He was created by Tex Avery and first appeared in the 1943 cartoon Dumb-Hounded. Droopy is known for his deadpan voice and slow, lethargic demeanor, which contrasts with his surprising ability to outwit his adversaries.

History

Droopy was created by Tex Avery at the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer cartoon studio. He made his debut in the 1943 cartoon Dumb-Hounded, where he was initially known as "Happy Hound." The character was later renamed Droopy and became a recurring figure in MGM's animated shorts.

Character Traits

Droopy is characterized by his slow, lethargic manner and his deadpan voice, originally provided by Bill Thompson. Despite his unassuming appearance, Droopy is often portrayed as highly intelligent and capable of outsmarting his enemies, who typically underestimate him.

Appearances

Droopy has appeared in numerous animated shorts, including:

• Dumb-Hounded (1943)
• The Shooting of Dan McGoo (1945)
• Northwest Hounded Police (1946)
• Senor Droopy (1949)
• Droopy's Good Deed (1951)

Voice Actors

The original voice of Droopy was provided by Bill Thompson. Over the years, other voice actors have taken on the role, including Don Messick, Frank Welker, and Maurice LaMarche.

Legacy

Droopy remains a beloved character in the history of animation. He has appeared in various television shows, commercials, and even video games. His unique personality and memorable catchphrases have made him an enduring figure in popular culture.

Related Pages

• Tex Avery
• Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer cartoon studio
• Bill Thompson (voice actor)
• List of animated television series