About Mickey Mouse Birthday
The enduringly popular Disney character of Mickey Mouse was introduced to the world on November 18th 1928 with the release of his first film, Steamboat Willie.
The comical activities of squeaky-voiced Mickey Mouse first appeared on the screen of the Colony Theatre at New York City. Walt Disney's "Steamboat Willie," was the first animated cartoon talking picture.
- Did you know? Mickey Mouse’s white gloves were initially meant to make his hands visible in early black and white movies.
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