Marge
Cartoonist and creator of 'Marge's Little Lulu'
Born
December 11th, 1904
120 years ago
Died
1993
32 years ago — 89 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A prominent cartoonist, she created the comic strip 'Little Lulu' in 1935, which featured a young girl and her adventures. The comic became highly popular and was published for over two decades, influencing children's comics. Marge also worked as a gag cartoonist for various magazines. The character of Little Lulu was later adapted into animated cartoons and features, further solidifying the legacy of the creation.
Created the comic strip 'Little Lulu'
Worked for various magazines as a gag cartoonist
Contributed to animated adaptations of 'Little Lulu'
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