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Creation & Design

Josie and the Pussycats were created by Dan DeCarlo as a part of the Archie Comics universe, designed to appeal to the youth culture of the 1960s.

Early Years

The characters debuted in the early 1960s and quickly became popular, leading to their own comic series and animated television adaptations.

Character Development

Over the years, Josie and the Pussycats have evolved from simple comic book characters into icons of female empowerment, showcasing the importance of friendship, teamwork, and resilience.

Cultural Reception

Josie and the Pussycats have been well-received by audiences, praised for their catchy music and relatable storylines.

Character Details

Real Name:
Josie McCoy
First Appearance:
Archie's Pals n' Gals #23
Aliases:
Valerie Brown, Melody Valentine
Species:
Human
Gender:
Female
Affiliations:
The Pussycats, Archie Comics Universe
Abilities:
Singing, Musical Talent, Teamwork
Equipment:
Musical Instruments, Stage Costumes
Weight:
120lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
blonde

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Archie's Pals n' Gals #23
Archie ⋅ 1962
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Archie's Pals n' Gals #23
 
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1st appearance of Josie McCoy, later forms Josie and the Pussycats

She's Josie #1
Archie ⋅ 1963
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She's Josie #1
 
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$400
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2nd appearance of Josie McCoy

1st appearance of Alexander Cabot III, later becomes the manager of Josie and the Pussycats

Pep Comics #161
Archie ⋅ 1963
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Pep Comics #161
 
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$3
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$10
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$40

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3rd appearance of Josie McCoy, of Josie and the Pussycats

Josie (and the Pussycats) #44
Archie ⋅ 1969
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Josie (and the Pussycats) #44
 
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Final issue of Josie before being retitled Josie and the Pussycats

Josie (and the Pussycats) #45
Archie ⋅ 1969
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Josie (and the Pussycats) #45
 
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Josie and Melody form The Pussycats music group and recruit Valerie Smith

1st appearance of Valerie Smith aka Valerie Brown

Retitled 'Josie and the Pussycats' from the previous title, 'Josie'

Josie (and the Pussycats) #46
Archie ⋅ 1970
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Josie (and the Pussycats) #46
 
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1st cover appearance of Josie and the Pussycats

Josie and the Pussycats #1
Archie ⋅ 1993
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Josie and the Pussycats #1
 
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Premiere issue of the second series

Includes pin-up poster in interior

Afterlife with Archie #10
Archie ⋅ 2016
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Afterlife with Archie #10
 
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Copies ordered by retailers: 18,450 including variant

Cover art by Francesco Francavilla featuring Josie from The Pussycats

Josie and the Pussycats #1
Variant ⋅ Archie ⋅ 2016
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Josie and the Pussycats #1
 
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Variant cover art by J. Scott Campbell

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