Johnny Gruelle
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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.
