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Jerry Mouse
'Tom and Jerry' character
First appearance Puss Gets The Boot
Portrayed by William Hanna
Sara Berner
Paul Frees
Daws Butler
Gene Deitch
Mel Blanc
June Foray
John Stephenson
Lou Scheimer
Frank Welker
Dana Hill
Jill Talley
Spike Brandt
Cristina Pucelli
Sam Vincent
Janice Kawaye
Stephanie Nadolny
Rich Danhakl (2014–present)
Maria Bamford
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Species brown mouse
Gender Male
Relatives Nibbles, Uncle Pecos, Cousin Muscles

Jerry Mouse is a very popular cartoon character. He is one of the two main stars of the famous Tom and Jerry cartoons. Jerry is a small, clever brown mouse. He is always trying to outsmart a cat named Tom. Their funny chases and tricks have made them famous around the world.

Who is Jerry Mouse?

Jerry Mouse first appeared in a cartoon called Puss Gets The Boot. This cartoon came out in 1940. He was created by William Hanna and Joseph Barbera. Jerry is known for being very smart and quick. He often finds ways to trick Tom the cat. Even though Tom is much bigger, Jerry usually wins their battles.

Jerry's Personality

Jerry is a very playful and mischievous mouse. He loves to cause trouble for Tom. But he is also kind to his friends. He often helps other animals in need. Jerry rarely speaks in the cartoons. He mostly uses his actions and expressions to show what he is thinking. His actions are usually very funny.

His Life with Tom

Jerry and Tom live in the same house. Most of their adventures happen there. Their relationship is a mix of fighting and sometimes even friendship. They often chase each other. Jerry uses his small size and quick thinking to escape Tom. He can hide in tiny spaces. He also uses everyday objects to his advantage.

Jerry's Family and Friends

Jerry is not always alone. He sometimes has other characters join him.

Nibbles (Tuffy)

One of Jerry's most famous relatives is a little mouse named Nibbles. Nibbles is also known as Tuffy. He is a baby mouse who is often very hungry. Nibbles can sometimes cause even more trouble than Jerry! He is a brave little mouse.

Other Relatives

Jerry also has other family members. These include his strong cousin, Muscles Mouse. He also has an uncle named Uncle Pecos. Uncle Pecos is a guitar-playing mouse. These characters add more fun to Jerry's adventures.

Jerry's Impact

Jerry Mouse has been a beloved character for many years. The Tom and Jerry cartoons have won many awards. They are enjoyed by people of all ages. Jerry's cleverness and resilience teach us that even the smallest character can be the smartest. He shows us that you can overcome bigger challenges with wit.

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