The Penguin
Debut: December 1941.
Character influence: Kool Cigarettes Ad/Emperor Penguins.
Creators: Bob Kane and Bill Finger.
Source: Pinterest.com
Bill Finger say’s, “Emperor penguins, which reminded me of stuffy English gentlemen in tuxedos.” Bob’s Kane’s recollection is a bit different. Bob said he was inspired by, “He little penguin who appeared in print to advertise Kool menthol cigarettes.”