Shrek Universe Trivia Shrek was originally voiced by Chris Farley before Mike Myers took over. Mike Myers gave Shrek a Scottish accent to make the character funnier. Donkey was inspired by a real miniature donkey named Perry. Puss in Boots was modeled after Zorro and classic swashbucklers. Fiona is one of the few princesses who can fight hand-to-hand. Lord Farquaad’s name is a play on a cheeky insult. Gingy’s gumdrop…
Looney Tunes Character Trivia Bugs Bunny’s catchphrase “What’s up, Doc?” was inspired by a Texas expression. Daffy Duck debuted in 1937 in a cartoon titled “Porky’s Duck Hunt.” Porky Pig was Warner Bros.’ first cartoon star before Bugs. Elmer Fudd’s original name was Egghead. Tweety was originally pink and had no feathers. Sylvester the Cat has won three Academy Awards for animated shorts. Yosemite Sam was created as a tougher…
Classic Origins Dexter from Dexter’s Laboratory was originally voiced by a woman—Christine Cavanaugh, who also voiced Chuckie from Rugrats. Dee Dee’s full name is actually Deidre—though it’s rarely mentioned in the show. Johnny Bravo was inspired by Elvis Presley, James Dean, and Michael Jackson’s dance moves. Cow and Chicken’s parents are never shown above the waist—a nod to adult mystery in cartoons. Ed, Edd n Eddy is the longest-running original…
Mickey & Friends Trivia Mickey Mouse’s full name is Michael Theodore Mouse. Minnie Mouse’s real name is Minerva Mouse. Mickey was the first animated character to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Goofy was originally named Dippy Dawg when he debuted in 1932. Donald Duck’s middle name is Fauntleroy. Pluto was named after the planet Pluto, discovered the same year (1930). Daisy Duck debuted in 1940…
