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50 ‘90s Cartoon Characters That Are Truly Legendary
Step away, Britney, move over, Brad; we have even more iconic-verging-on-legendary personas from the ‘90s! And while you’d rightfully guess that we are perchance talking about The Spice Girls, we are, in fact, thinking about characters that came from another world entirely. The world of animation! And yes, ‘90s cartoons were basically oversaturated with memorable personalities, and this is our list paying a long overdue homage to them.
Some of these iconic characters existed solely in the decade yet found their way to immortality by being referenced and cherished even today. Take, for instance, Tommy Pickles from The Rugrats - a true hero of fun and flagbearer of everything imagination. Then there’s Arnold, from Hey Arnold! with his football-shaped head and wisdom beyond his (y)ears. Of course, some of the iconic animated characters merely warmed up in the ‘90s, and their lives still span well into the 21st century. Take Bart Simpson - a forever ten-year-old (he’d be 38 this year!) whose shenanigans and street wisdom are still as relevant and inspiring as way back when. And how about Squidward from SpongeBob SquarePants? Haven’t you noticed that you started heavily relating to this cartoon character like, a couple of years ago? A truly time-defying and famous cartoon character, mister Squidward is!
Of course, we’ve only mentioned a couple of everyone’s beloved ‘90s cartoon characters, and if you’d like to see more of them, just scroll down below and meet our other heroes! Once you are there, give your love to the ‘90s character you still love the most, and be sure to show this article to anyone sharing the same ‘90s nostalgia as you do.
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#2
Tom
#3
Taz
Denki Dreemur 4 years ago
First beyblade cartoon prove me wrong, just get him to fight himself
#4
Homer Simpson
#5
Stewie Griffin
sturmwesen 4 years ago
Damn I was about to complain about Family Guy being a 90ies show but they started 1999.
#6
Tommy Pickles
#9
Batman
#11
Bender
Jessica S. 4 years ago
Ah, love Bender. One of my favorite. If u don't agree, bite my shiny metal rear end! :P
#13
Scrooge McDuck
#17
Mickey Mouse
#19
Johnny Bravo
#20
Rocko
#22
The Brain
#23
Groundskeeper Willie
#26
Ralph Wiggum
#27
Squidward Tentacles
#30
Daria Morgendorffer
Huddo's sister 4 years ago
I've always felt I'm a cross between Daria and Jane. My first boyfriend was also named Tom which I find odd.
#35
Professor Farnsworth
#36
Dot
#37
Apu Nahasapeemapetilon
#39
Ash Ketchum
Curtis Sharp 4 years ago
Ash was a terrible trainer in season one tbh. Still he won my heart as despite lacking the senses needed he had the heart to even let Pikachu go if needed and i admire him for that.
#44
Comic Book Guy
#45
Kit Cloudkicker
RandomFrog(He/They️️) 4 years ago
This brings back memories! I probably watched this with my dad when I was a toddler all the time!
#46
Kif Kroker
#47
Wakko
Denki Dreemur 4 years ago
*sings states and capitals song* I'm sorry you forgot to answer in the form of a question
#48
Dr. Hibbert
#49
Slimer
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Milena B. G. Rosa 4 years ago (edited)
Too many Simpsons characters and I'm personally offended there's not a single Recess (1997) or Ed Edd n Eddy (since there's others 99's cartoons there) characters on this list, c'mon people
Dippin Dot 4 years ago
My first dog - Rupert after the Elmer Fudd cartoon where he dog sits his boss Mr. Crabtree’s dog Rupert My first cat - Seymour came with the name, but we yelled “Skiiinnneeerrrr!” My son - nicknamed Bender My second dog - C Montgomery Burns (aka Monty) My second cat & BP namesake - Dot I have always loved cartoons and wanted to be an animator when I grew up. My son now wants to design video game characters when he goes to college. Cartoons have made an impact on my life, for the better.
Milena B. G. Rosa 4 years ago (edited)
Too many Simpsons characters and I'm personally offended there's not a single Recess (1997) or Ed Edd n Eddy (since there's others 99's cartoons there) characters on this list, c'mon people
Dippin Dot 4 years ago
My first dog - Rupert after the Elmer Fudd cartoon where he dog sits his boss Mr. Crabtree’s dog Rupert My first cat - Seymour came with the name, but we yelled “Skiiinnneeerrrr!” My son - nicknamed Bender My second dog - C Montgomery Burns (aka Monty) My second cat & BP namesake - Dot I have always loved cartoons and wanted to be an animator when I grew up. My son now wants to design video game characters when he goes to college. Cartoons have made an impact on my life, for the better.
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