Alfred E. Neuman
Creation & Design
Alfred E. Neuman was created as a mascot for Mad Magazine, embodying the spirit of irreverence and humor that the magazine is known for.Early Years
He first appeared in the inaugural issue of Mad Magazine in 1952 and quickly became a cultural icon, representing the magazine's satirical take on American culture.Character Development
Over the years, Alfred E. Neuman has evolved from a simple mascot to a symbol of counterculture and irreverence, reflecting the changing attitudes of society through humor.Cultural Reception
Alfred E. Neuman is widely recognized as a cultural icon, often associated with the phrase 'What, me worry?' which encapsulates his carefree attitude.Character Details
Real Name:
Alfred E. Neuman
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Mad Magazine, Mad Fold-In
Abilities:
Satire, Humor, Parody
Equipment:
Mad Magazine
Weight:
150lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
red
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MAD Reader #93
Ballantine
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1954
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Vol. 1
Key Facts
1st appearance of the Mad Magazine mascot who would later be named Alfred E Neuman
The character appeared previously in various printed materials going as far back as 1894
The MAD Reader is a collection of Mad Magazine comic strips
Value unknown
Key Facts
1st appearance of the Mad Magazine mascot who would later be named Alfred E Neuman
The character appeared previously in various printed materials going as far back as 1894
The MAD Reader is a collection of Mad Magazine comic strips
Value unknown
Mad #21
EC
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1955
•
Vol. 1
Key Facts
1st cameo appearance of Alfred E. Neuman on the cover of MAD Magazine - previously appeared on the cover of The MAD Reader
Cover depictions of Hitler and Stalin
Parody of Superman and Popeye
Key Facts
1st cameo appearance of Alfred E. Neuman on the cover of MAD Magazine - previously appeared on the cover of The MAD Reader
Cover depictions of Hitler and Stalin
Parody of Superman and Popeye
Mad #24
EC
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1955
•
Vol. 1
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MAD begins publishing a traditional magazine-sized issue
First use of the phrase, 'What? Me Worry?'
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MAD begins publishing a traditional magazine-sized issue
First use of the phrase, 'What? Me Worry?'
Mad #30
EC
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1956
•
Vol. 1
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1st full cover appearance of Alfred E Neuman on the cover of MAD Magazine
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1st full cover appearance of Alfred E Neuman on the cover of MAD Magazine
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Variant cover art by Sam Vivano, inspired by MAD Magazine
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Variant cover art by Sam Cisco, inspired by MAD Magazine
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Variant cover art by Rick Tulka
MAD Magazine parody
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Variant cover art by Kevin Pope
Cover art inspired by MAD Magazine
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Variant cover art by Kevin Pope
Cover art inspired by MAD Magazine
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Variant cover art by Anton Emdin, inspired by MAD Magazine
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Variant cover art by Hermann Mejia, inspired by MAD Magazine
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Variant cover art by Hermann Mejia, inspired by MAD Magazine
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