Fun Fact #1

Gary Larson has a louse named after him: Strigiphilus garylarsoni, discovered by an entomologist who was a fan ▼

The species was first described by biologist Dale H. Clayton in 1990

Fun Fact #2

The first American political cartoon was published in 1754 by none other than Benjamin Franklin. ▼

Titled “Join, or Die,” the cartoon featured a segmented snake representing the colonies. It was an early call for unity and remains one of the most iconic and enduring political images in American history. Find out more here

Fun Fact #3

Gahan Wilson, known for macabre humor, once said his inspiration was “what scared me most as a kid.” ▼

His cartoons and prose fiction appeared regularly in Playboy, Collier’s and The New Yorker for nearly 50 years.

Fun Fact #4

Dr. Seuss’s real name was Theodor Geisel — and he wasn’t actually a doctor. ▼

Born in 1904 he was an American children’s author, illustrator, animator, and a published New Yorker cartoonist. Over 60 of his books were published sparking many adaptations including four television series, a Broadway musical and five films.

Fun Fact #5

The Guinness World Record for “most syndicated comic strip” goes to Jim Davis of Garfield. ▼

You can find the official page for the entry here

Fun Fact #6

Cartoons have featured in the Louvre ▼

The exhibition titled “Archaeology Goes Graphic” explored the intersection of archaeology and comic book art, showcasing how comic artists interpret and draw inspiration from archaeological discoveries.