Peanuts is a syndicated daily and Sunday comic strip written and illustrated by Charles M. Schulz, which ran from October 2, 1950, to February 13, 2000 (the day after Schulz's death), continuing in reruns afterward. The strip is considered to be one of the most popular and influential in the history of the medium, with 17,897 strips published in all. At its peak, Peanuts ran in over 2,600 newspapers, with a readership of 355 million in 75 countries, and was translated into 21 languages.
Charles Schulz
Charles Schulz was an American cartoonist best known for creating the beloved comic strip "Peanuts." The strip, which debuted in 1950, featured iconic characters such as Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and Lucy. Schulz's wit, humor, and insightful commentary on the human condition made "Peanuts" one of the most popular and enduring comic strips of all time. Schulz's simple yet profound storytelling style revolutionized the comic strip genre and inspired generations of artists and writers. His work continues to be celebrated for its timeless appeal and universal themes.