The Origins of Betty Boop

Betty Boop was created by Max Fleischer of Fleischer Studios, and made her debut in 1930s Talkartoon cartoon short Dizzy Dishes. The cartoon originally starred the voice talent of Margie Hines, and Betty appeared as an anthropomorphic French poodle that was modeled after the likeness of singer Helen Kane. An immediate success due to Betty s saucy look, it was only in 1932s cartoon Any Rags that she transformed into a human. Her floppy ears became hoop earrings, and her black canine snout transitioned into skincolored button nose. A cartoon that loved to sing and dance, she became recognized for her large childlike head, love of music and cute catch phrase. Join as we explore the origins of Betty Boop.