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Betty Boop: Cartoons
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Betty Boop debuted in 1930 as a cabaret singer in an animated short. Her high baby voice and curly hair became her trademark. She is ... known for the garter she wears on her left leg. During the 60s and 70s her cartoons were revived through showings at college town theaters and psychedelic light shows.
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Betty Boop is important to animation history for being the first cartoon character to fully represent a sexual woman. Other female cartoon characters of the same period showed their panties regularly, like Minnie Mouse, but were not fully defined in a woman's form. All other cartoon "girls" were merely clones of their male co-stars, with alterations in costume with the addition of eyelashes and a female voice. Betty Boop wore short dresses, high heels, and a garter belt. Her breasts were suggested with a low, contoured bodice that showed cleavage. In her cartoons, male characters tried to sneak peeks at her while she's changing, or simply walking along minding her own business.
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Before Marilyn Monroe and Madonna, Betty booped and wriggled her way into hearts worldwide with her unique mix of wide-eyed innocence and powerful cartoon sensuality. If watching Betty on the big screen was not enough, she now can be yours with this 18-inch tall action figure with base and sound. The figure features Betty clad in a black dress and wondering, about you! The display base features her name and a large lipstick kiss mark.she now can be yours with this 18-inch tall action figure with base and sound. The figure features Betty clad in a black dress and wondering, about you! The display base features her name and a large lipstick kiss mark.
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Before Marilyn and Madonna, Betty booped her way into hearts worldwide with her unique mix of wide-eyed innocence and powerful cartoon sensuality. Today, animations' first leading lady remains a glamorous international icon - 70 years after her film debut. These items are great for any fan of Betty.
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Marketers rediscovered Betty Boop in the 1980s, and "Betty Boop" merchandise has far outdistanced her exposure in films, with many not aware of her as a cinematic creation. Much of this current merchandise features the character in her popular, sexier form, and has become popular worldwide once again. The 1980s, rapper, Betty Boo (whose voice, image and name were influenced by the cartoon character) rose to popularity in the UK largely due to the "Betty Boop" revival.
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