Garfield

Creation & Design

Garfield was created by Jim Davis and first appeared in a comic strip on June 19, 1978. The character was designed to be a lazy, lasagna-loving cat who often finds himself in humorous situations.

Early Years

In the early years, Garfield's antics primarily revolved around his relationships with his owner Jon Arbuckle and his dog companion Odie. The comic quickly gained popularity for its relatable humor and charming characters.

Character Development

Over the years, Garfield has evolved from a simple comic strip character to a cultural icon, appearing in various media including animated series, movies, and merchandise. His character remains beloved for his wit, charm, and relatable laziness.

Cultural Reception

Garfield has received widespread acclaim and has become one of the most recognized comic strip characters in the world, appealing to audiences of all ages.

Character Details

Real Name:
Garfield
First Appearance:
Marvel Fanfare #9
Aliases:
The Fat Cat, Lasagna Lover
Species:
Cat
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Jon Arbuckle, Odie
Abilities:
Intelligence, Cunning, Laziness
Equipment:
Lasagna, Various Cat Toys
Weight:
unknown
Height:
2' 0"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
orange

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Marvel ⋅ 1983
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Pin-up of Kitty Pryde with Garfield (stuffed toy)

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1st cameo appearance of Garfield the cat in a standard mainstream comic book, stuffed animal appearance in Marvel Fanfare #9

Cameo crossover appearance of Spider-Man

BOOM! ⋅ 2012
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Boom begins publishing Garfield

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