Johnny Gruelle

Cartoonist

Birthday December 24, 1880

Birth Sign Capricorn

Birthplace Arcola, IL

DEATH DATE Jan 9, 1938 (57)

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About

Illustrator and storyteller who originated Raggedy Ann and Andy. He also created the successful Mr. Tee Diddle cartoon.

Before Fame

He created the cartoon Mr. Twee Deedle after beating out 1,500 applicants to win a New York Herald cartoon contest.

Trivia

He was the creator of the Mr. Tee Diddle cartoon and the Raggedy Ann dolls.

Family Life

His daughter Marcella Gruelle passed away at age 13.

Associated With

Although not as successful as J.K. Rowling, his children's books had a major effect on children.