Donald Duck Day
About Donald Duck Day
When is Donald Duck Day? This holiday is always held on June 9
Happy Birthday, Donald. We hope that Daisy Duck bakes you your favorite cake! Donald Duck Day, a June 9 holiday, is in honor of the Walt Disney Donald Duck cartoon debut. This ducky day is certainly all that it’s quacked up to be. Nephews Huey, Dewey, and Louie approve.
Donald first appeared in “The Wise Hen” on June 9, 1934. While Donald is over 70 years old, he doesn’t act a day over 20. Donald is one of Disney’s most famous and popular characters. His cartoons have been enjoyed by generations of children.
Did you Know? Donald has a middle name. Donald F. Duck’s middle name is “Fauntleroy”.
Donald Duck Trivia and Fun Facts
Donald has a rather large family. Here are some Donald Duck Trivia and fun facts:
- He has a middle name. It is Fauntleroy.
- His mother’s name is Hortense. She is a member of the McDuck family from Duckburg.
- His father’s name is Quackmore.
- His long-time sweetheart is Daisy Duck. The Donald has been her beau since her debut in 1940.
- However, Donald’s first love was Donna Duck. She debuted in 1937,
- His nephews are Huey, Dewey, and Louie. They debuted in 1938. Their mom’s name is Della. She is Donald’s sister.
- Daffy Duck is a Looney Tunes character. While Donald and Daffy are birds of a feather, they have never appeared together.
- Scrooge McDuck is Donald’s uncle. He is descended from the Scottish McDuck.
- Ludwig Von Drake is Donald’s paternal uncle.
- The inspiration to create Donald Duck occurred when Walt Disney heard Clarence Charles Nash, a voice actor, reciting Mary Had a Little Lamb in a duck voice.
- He’s an Oscar winner! He starred in the film Der Feuhrer’s Face. The movie won an Oscar for the Best Short Subject (Cartoon) in 1941.
- On August 9, 2004, Donald Duck was awarded a star on Hollywood’s Walk of Fame. 17 animated characters have won a star.
- Rumor has it their favorite television show is “Duck Dynasty”.
How to Celebrate Donald Duck Day
Here are some ideas on how to enjoy Donald Duck Day:
- Sit down in front of the television and watch Donald, along with all of his family and friends. You will find them on the Disney Channel.
- Binge-watch some of his old cartoons.
- Make plans to see him and his friends at Disney World.
Today's Quotes
“All of our dreams can come true if we have the courage to pursue them.” – – Walt Disney
“Popularity should be no scale for the election of politicians. If it would depend on popularity, Donald Duck and The Muppets would take seats in the U.S. Senate.” – – Orson Welles
History and Origin of Donald Duck Day
We discovered why this day was created. It honors Donald’s cartoon debut on June 9, 1934. We do know for sure “who” created it. However, Daisy Duck is the prime suspect. when asked, her lips were sealed. She didn’t say “Quack”.
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